Sherwin-Williams to Valspar
Switching from Sherwin-Williams to Valspar? Find the closest Valspar paint to any Sherwin-Williams color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Sherwin-Williams color:
Popular Sherwin-Williams → Valspar conversions
| Sherwin-Williams | Closest Valspar | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Agreeable Gray SW 7029 | Bay Sands 5008-1B | ΔE 1.02 · near-perfect |
| Repose Gray SW 7015 | Filtered Shade 4003-1B | ΔE 1.87 · near-perfect |
| Alabaster SW 7008 | Paramount White 7006-22 | ΔE 0.57 · imperceptible |
| Pure White SW 7005 | Cool Gray 7006-10 | ΔE 0.99 · imperceptible |
| Sea Salt SW 6204 | Winter in Paris 5002-1A | ΔE 0.73 · imperceptible |
| Accessible Beige SW 7036 | Sheepskin Rug 8004-20B | ΔE 1.08 · near-perfect |
| Naval SW 6244 | Blue Dusk M318 | ΔE 2.04 · close |
| Urbane Bronze SW 7048 | Turkish Coffee 6003-2C | ΔE 1.64 · near-perfect |
| Tricorn Black SW 6258 | Tomcat 8006-12G | ΔE 0.72 · imperceptible |
| Iron Ore SW 7069 | Muskeg Grey 4005-2C | ΔE 2.23 · close |
| Mindful Gray SW 7016 | Sandy Sage 5008-1C | ΔE 1.22 · near-perfect |
| Evergreen Fog SW 9130 | Sprig of Sage 8004-28D | ΔE 2.26 · close |
| Snowbound SW 7004 | Canterbury Cream V163 | ΔE 1.11 · near-perfect |
| Worldly Gray SW 7043 | Feathers of a Dove M111 | ΔE 2.08 · close |
| Pewter Green SW 6208 | Quaking Bog 5005-2C | ΔE 1.49 · near-perfect |
| Peppercorn SW 7674 | Sable Evening 5006-2C | ΔE 3.03 · close |
| Dorian Gray SW 7017 | Gray Silt 6002-1C | ΔE 1.01 · near-perfect |
| Greek Villa SW 7551 | Double Scoop V176 | ΔE 0.98 · imperceptible |
| Extra White SW 7006 | Wedding Cake V151 | ΔE 1.14 · near-perfect |
| Comfort Gray SW 6205 | Seaside Fog 8004-31D | ΔE 0.88 · imperceptible |
| Rainwashed SW 6211 | Mediterranean Dusk M313 | ΔE 1.10 · near-perfect |
| Indigo Batik SW 7602 | Mountain River 4005-6C | ΔE 2.83 · close |
| Inkwell SW 6992 | Tuxedo 8006-8G | ΔE 1.92 · near-perfect |
| Tradewind SW 6218 | Artisan Blue M228 | ΔE 0.58 · imperceptible |
| Anew Gray SW 7030 | Patrick's Eyes T690 | ΔE 1.75 · near-perfect |
| Kilim Beige SW 6106 | In for the Night T569 | ΔE 0.99 · imperceptible |
| Sage SW 7732 | Sprig of Sage 8004-28D | ΔE 1.88 · near-perfect |
| Halcyon Green SW 6213 | New Patina P061 | ΔE 1.20 · near-perfect |
| Quietude SW 6212 | Gray Embrace V099-3 | ΔE 1.31 · near-perfect |
| Creamy SW 7012 | Ivory Essence 3006-8C | ΔE 1.39 · 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 Sherwin-Williams Color to Valspar
Converting a Sherwin-Williams paint color to Valspar takes two steps. First, find the Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray is Bay Sands (5008-1B) — a ΔE 1.02 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 Sherwin-Williams to Valspar?
Most people convert Sherwin-Williams to Valspar for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Valspar but not Sherwin-Williams, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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.
Sherwin-Williams to Valspar conversion — FAQ
Is there a Valspar equivalent for every Sherwin-Williams color?+
For almost every color, yes. Valspar carries a deep deck, so most Sherwin-Williams colors land a close Valspar match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray?+
The closest Valspar match to Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is Bay Sands (5008-1B), a ΔE 1.02 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Sherwin-Williams color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Valspar paint match my existing Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Valspar colors back to Sherwin-Williams?+
Yes — use the Valspar → Sherwin-Williams converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Sherwin-Williams color to any Valspar shade.
Does Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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.