Farrow & Ball to Valspar
Switching from Farrow & Ball to Valspar? Find the closest Valspar paint to any Farrow & Ball color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Farrow & Ball color:
Popular Farrow & Ball → Valspar conversions
| Farrow & Ball | Closest Valspar | Match |
|---|---|---|
Hague Blue No. 30 | Deep River Green 5010-3 | ΔE 4.11 · A little different |
Pitch Black No. 256 | Dark Kettle Black 4011-2 | ΔE 4.94 · A little different |
Down Pipe No. 26 | To the Tarmac V116-3 | ΔE 1.98 · Practically the same |
Elephant's Breath No. 229 | Ivory Brown 6006-1C | ΔE 2.92 · Very close |
Cornforth White No. 228 | Villa Grey 6005-1B | ΔE 1.64 · Practically the same |
Ammonite No. 274 | Snake Charmer 8004-23B | ΔE 1.11 · Practically the same |
Strong White No. 2001 | Dream Grass 8003-27A | ΔE 1.34 · Practically the same |
All White No. 2005 | Lime-Washed M312 | ΔE 0.52 · Looks identical |
Stiffkey Blue No. 281 | Blue Fedora V111-6 | ΔE 2.95 · Very close |
Setting Plaster No. 231 | Warm Alpaca V131-2 | ΔE 1.47 · Practically the same |
Inchyra Blue No. 289 | Relaxed Navy 5001-2B | ΔE 1.76 · Practically the same |
Studio Green No. 93 | Deepest River 5009-3 | ΔE 4.13 · A little different |
Mole's Breath No. 276 | Rugged Suede 4003-2B | ΔE 4.19 · A little different |
Skimming Stone No. 241 | Secluded Beach V146-1 | ΔE 1.86 · Practically the same |
Pavilion Gray No. 242 | Building Block V145-3 | ΔE 1.37 · Practically the same |
Off-Black No. 57 | Black Heron V120-3 | ΔE 3.34 · Very close |
Railings No. 31 | Black Heron V120-3 | ΔE 0.80 · Looks identical |
Plummett No. 272 | The North Wind Blows V140-5 | ΔE 1.10 · Practically the same |
Wevet No. 273 | Crème de Menthe 8003-28A | ΔE 1.58 · Practically the same |
Pointing No. 2003 | Snow on the Pines 8004-22A | ΔE 1.03 · Practically the same |
Slipper Satin No. 2004 | Courtyard Tan 7002-13 | ΔE 1.64 · Practically the same |
Dimity No. 2008 | Vanilla Pudding T560 | ΔE 1.13 · Practically the same |
Dead Salmon No. 28 | Moose Mousse 3003-10A | ΔE 2.28 · Very close |
French Gray No. 18 | Building Block V145-3 | ΔE 2.59 · Very close |
Lamp Room Gray No. 88 | Hazy Stratus 4004-1C | ΔE 2.42 · Very close |
Card Room Green No. 79 | Explorer Green T616 | ΔE 1.64 · Practically the same |
Calke Green No. 34 | Native Henna 6001-4B | ΔE 1.84 · Practically the same |
Mizzle No. 266 | Serene Scene T627 | ΔE 1.88 · Practically the same |
Borrowed Light No. 235 | Polar Star 4005-1A | ΔE 1.97 · Practically the same |
Pigeon No. 25 | Sprig of Sage 8004-28D | ΔE 1.69 · Practically the same |
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 Farrow & Ball Color to Valspar
Converting a Farrow & Ball paint color to Valspar takes two steps. First, find the Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball Hague Blue is Deep River Green (5010-3) — a ΔE 4.11 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 Farrow & Ball to Valspar?
Most people convert Farrow & Ball to Valspar for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Valspar but not Farrow & Ball, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball 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.
Farrow & Ball to Valspar conversion — FAQ
Is there a Valspar equivalent for every Farrow & Ball color?+
For almost every color, yes. Valspar carries a deep deck, so most Farrow & Ball colors land a close Valspar match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball Hague Blue?+
The closest Valspar match to Farrow & Ball Hague Blue (No. 30) is Deep River Green (5010-3), a ΔE 4.11 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Farrow & Ball color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Valspar paint match my existing Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Valspar colors back to Farrow & Ball?+
Yes — use the Valspar → Farrow & Ball converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Farrow & Ball color to any Valspar shade.
Does Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball 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.