Behr to Valspar
Switching from Behr to Valspar? Find the closest Valspar paint to any Behr color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Behr color:
Popular Behr → Valspar conversions
| Behr | Closest Valspar | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Cracked Pepper PPU18-01 | Black Heron V120-3 | ΔE 3.68 · noticeable |
| Swiss Coffee 12 | Lime-Washed M312 | ΔE 0.98 · imperceptible |
| Ultra Pure White 1850 | Sunbeam 8007-5D | ΔE 1.91 · near-perfect |
| Blank Canvas DC-003 | Ivory Essence 3006-8C | ΔE 0.76 · imperceptible |
| Back to Nature S340-4 | Terrarium V059-4 | ΔE 3.10 · close |
| Dolphin Fin PPU18-15 | Soulful Grey 6004-1B | ΔE 1.10 · near-perfect |
| In the Moment MQ6-49 | Beguile 5002-2A | ΔE 4.19 · noticeable |
| Polar Bear 75 | Soft Wool V155 | ΔE 0.76 · imperceptible |
| Silver Drop PPU18-19 | Wet Concrete 8006-2C | ΔE 0.80 · imperceptible |
| Blueprint S470-5 | Play Me a Melody V106-5 | ΔE 2.43 · close |
| Dark Navy PPU14-20 | Blue Dusk M318 | ΔE 5.23 · different |
| Castle Path PPU7-21 | Wet Pavement 5006-2A | ΔE 2.21 · close |
| Wheat Bread PPU7-19 | Villa Grey 6005-1B | ΔE 2.50 · close |
| Smoke Blue PPU14-10 | Cottage Door 8004-38E | ΔE 0.79 · imperceptible |
| Falling Snow OR-W14 | Dover White 7007-1 | ΔE 0.53 · imperceptible |
| Black PPU18-20 | Tuxedo 8006-8G | ΔE 5.10 · different |
| Carbon N520-7 | Caviar 8006-4G | ΔE 2.06 · close |
| Cameo White PPU7-13 | Crème de Menthe 8003-28A | ΔE 1.58 · near-perfect |
| Bit of Sugar PPL-93 | Crème de Menthe 8003-28A | ΔE 1.55 · near-perfect |
| White Truffle MQ3-37 | Courtyard Tan 7002-13 | ΔE 1.37 · near-perfect |
| Pinch of Tan PPU3-7 | Dakota Trail 6008-3B | ΔE 0.69 · imperceptible |
| Pewter Mug BNC-22 | Barrister Gray T688 | ΔE 1.51 · near-perfect |
| Granite Boulder N520-5 | Porcelain Shale 5006-2B | ΔE 0.55 · imperceptible |
| Forest Light S380-3 | Green Garlands 5007-3C | ΔE 1.19 · near-perfect |
| Calming MQ6-49 | Beguile 5002-2A | ΔE 4.19 · noticeable |
| Espresso Beans PPU5-19 | Fired Earth 6011-1 | ΔE 3.85 · noticeable |
| Light French Gray 720E-2 | Swiss Livery M204 | ΔE 1.54 · near-perfect |
| Stately Gray 720F-5 | Wet Pavement 5006-2A | ΔE 1.33 · near-perfect |
| Coastal Beige MQ3-22 | Good to Grow 8003-27C | ΔE 2.36 · close |
| Egret White OR-W11 | Quail Egg 7002-12 | ΔE 1.88 · near-perfect |
Will the Valspar version look the same?
If the ΔE is under 2, almost certainly — most people can't tell two colors with ΔE under 2 apart, even side by side. 2–3.5 is close; above 5 starts to read as a different color. These matches use published hex values, which are approximations of the real paint, so always brush a sample on the wall before you commit.
How To Convert a Behr Color to Valspar
Converting a Behr paint color to Valspar takes two steps. First, find the Behr color you want to switch — type its name or code into the search box above, or click the swatch to pick the color by hand. The tool compares it against the full Valspar deck using ΔE2000, the color-difference standard paint labs rely on, and puts the closest Valspar equivalent at the top of the list.
For example, the nearest Valspar match to Behr Cracked Pepper is Black Heron (V120-3) — a ΔE 3.68 match, close enough to read as the same color on the wall.
Once you have the Valspar name and code, ask for it at any paint store. Valspar colors are mixed to order on the same tinting machines, so you can buy the converted color anywhere Valspar is sold.
Why Convert Behr to Valspar?
Most people convert Behr to Valspar for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Valspar but not Behr, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Behr color was discontinued, because Valspar runs cheaper for the same shade, or because a contractor only sprays Valspar and wants the whole job in one line.
Whatever the reason, the goal is the same: get a Valspar color that looks like the Behr original. Every match on this page is a real, in-stock Valspar paint, so there is no custom mixing needed to make the swap.
Buying the Valspar Equivalent
Take the Valspar color name and code to the paint counter and ask for it in the finish you need — matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss. Finish changes how a color reads, so if you are matching an existing Behr wall, try to use the same sheen.
Buy a sample pot of the Valspar match first and brush it on the wall next to the Behr original if you still have it. Let it dry fully and look at it in daylight and under your lamps at night before you commit to a full gallon.
Behr to Valspar conversion — FAQ
Is there a Valspar equivalent for every Behr color?+
For almost every color, yes. Valspar carries a deep deck, so most Behr colors land a close Valspar match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Behr colors may only reach a ΔE 3–5 match; in that case, ask the Valspar counter about a custom tint to your hex.
What is the closest Valspar color to Behr Cracked Pepper?+
The closest Valspar match to Behr Cracked Pepper (PPU18-01) is Black Heron (V120-3), a ΔE 3.68 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Behr color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Valspar paint match my existing Behr walls?+
If the ΔE is under 2 it will be very close, but an existing wall may have faded or yellowed over the years. Always brush a Valspar sample next to the old Behr paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Valspar colors back to Behr?+
Yes — use the Valspar → Behr converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Behr color to any Valspar shade.
Does Behr or Valspar paint cost less?+
Prices change by region, store, and sale, and the two brands sit in different product lines, so check current pricing at your local store. Many people convert Behr to Valspar specifically because the Valspar version of a color comes out cheaper, but it is worth comparing the exact products side by side.
How accurate is this Behr to Valspar conversion?+
The matches use ΔE2000, the same perceptual color-difference formula paint chemists use to check that two batches came out the same. It is accurate for choosing between real paint formulas, but the hex values are screen approximations — so a sample on the wall is always the final check.