Pier → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Behr Pier (PPU18-11), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Pier
If you love Behr Pier 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.
Pier (PPU18-11) is a medium gray with warm light gray undertones. A light warm gray. Clean and versatile. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 58) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Pier 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 Pier. Filtered Shade (VR083E) comes in with a Delta E of 2.2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Filtered Shade is the closest Valspar option. Very close match.
Valspar Matches for Pier
Filtered Shade is the closest Valspar option. Very close match.
| Pier | Filtered Shade | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 58 | 57 |
| Hex | #CECAC4 | #CCC8C1 |
| Undertone | Warm Light Gray | Warm Light Greige |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Pier has warm light gray undertones. A light warm gray. Clean and versatile.
Filtered Shade has warm light greige undertones. A light, warm gray with subtle greige undertones. Lighter and airier than Gravity, with just enough warmth to avoid feeling cold. A versatile neutral that works as either a warm gray or a light greige.
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
Pier in Your Room
Warm and balanced. A reliable light gray.
Filtered Shade in Your Room
Reads as a light, warm gray in most conditions. The greige undertone is gentle and never heavy. In bright rooms, it looks open and fresh. Under warm light, the beige comes forward slightly.
LRV and Brightness
Pier has an LRV of 58, while Filtered Shade has an LRV of 57. 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 Pier
Behr recommends Pier for: whole house, hallway, bedroom, living room, bathroom. With an LRV of 58, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Filtered Shade is recommended for: whole house, hallway, bedroom, living room, bathroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Filtered Shade in the same rooms you planned for Pier.
Pier in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Pier (PPU18-11) is Filtered Shade (VR083E) with a Delta E of 2.2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Filtered Shade 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. Pier is a Behr color with warm light gray undertones and an LRV of 58. Filtered Shade is a Valspar color with warm light greige undertones and an LRV of 57. With a Delta E of 2.2, 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 2.2, 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.