Cameo White → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Behr Cameo White (PPU7-11), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Cameo White
If you love Behr Cameo White but need a Valspar alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Valspar, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Cameo White (PPU7-11) is a light off-white with warm cream-beige undertones. A warm off-white with beige-cream undertones. Slightly warmer and more beige than Swiss Coffee. Cozy without being heavy. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 79) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Cameo White and every Valspar color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The good news: there is a strong Valspar match for Cameo White. Pale Linen (VR086D) comes in with a Delta E of 2.3, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Pale Linen is the closest Valspar option. Very close match.
Valspar Matches for Cameo White
Pale Linen is the closest Valspar option. Very close match.
| Cameo White | Pale Linen | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 79 | 77 |
| Hex | #E9E1D4 | #E7E1D4 |
| Undertone | Warm Cream-Beige | Warm Linen Cream |
| Family | Off-White | Off-White |
Undertone Comparison
Cameo White has warm cream-beige undertones. A warm off-white with beige-cream undertones. Slightly warmer and more beige than Swiss Coffee. Cozy without being heavy.
Pale Linen has warm linen cream undertones. A warm off-white with linen-like undertones. More color than Bistro White, less depth than Swiss Coffee. The color of natural unbleached linen, warm and organic.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Cameo White in Your Room
The cream-beige warmth shows in all lighting. In bright rooms, it reads as a warm off-white. In dim rooms, it feels cozy and enveloping.
Pale Linen in Your Room
Warm and inviting in all lighting. The linen quality gives it an organic, natural feel. In bright rooms, it reads as a rich warm white. In dim rooms, the warmth provides comfort without making spaces feel small.
LRV and Brightness
Cameo White has an LRV of 79, while Pale Linen has an LRV of 77. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Cameo White
Behr recommends Cameo White for: living room, bedroom, hallway, whole house, dining room. With an LRV of 79, this is a light color that reflects a lot of light and works well in any room, including smaller spaces where you want to maintain a bright, open feel. It is light enough for whole-house use without making rooms feel washed out or sterile.
Pale Linen is recommended for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, dining room. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Cameo White in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Cameo White (PPU7-11) is Pale Linen (VR086D) with a Delta E of 2.3, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Pale Linen is the closest Valspar option. Very close match. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Cameo White is a Behr color with warm cream-beige undertones and an LRV of 79. Pale Linen is a Valspar color with warm linen cream undertones and an LRV of 77. With a Delta E of 2.3, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 2.3, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Valspar equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Valspar. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Valspar work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.