Reflecting Pool → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Behr Reflecting Pool (PPU13-14), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Reflecting Pool
If you love Behr Reflecting Pool 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.
Reflecting Pool (PPU13-14) is a medium blue with soft blue-gray undertones. A soft blue-gray with coastal quality. Calming and breezy. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 48) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Reflecting Pool 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 results are decent but not perfect. The closest Valspar option is Seine (VR093E) with a Delta E of 3.5, which is a "good match" level match. Seine is the closest Valspar option. Similar character. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Valspar Matches for Reflecting Pool
Seine is the closest Valspar option. Similar character.
| Reflecting Pool | Seine | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 48 | 48 |
| Hex | #BBC8CC | #BEC6BB |
| Undertone | Soft Blue-Gray | River Green |
| Family | Blue | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Reflecting Pool has soft blue-gray undertones. A soft blue-gray with coastal quality. Calming and breezy.
Seine has river green undertones. A soft green named for the Parisian river. Between Sparkling Sage and Mint Julep. Refined and calming, with French sophistication.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Reflecting Pool's soft blue-gray quality may read differently than Seine's river green character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Reflecting Pool in Your Room
The blue is gentle and soothing. In bright rooms, distinctly blue-gray. In dim rooms, a cool neutral.
Seine in Your Room
The green is soft and cultivated. In bright rooms, a gentle sage. In dim rooms, a warm green-gray.
LRV and Brightness
Reflecting Pool has an LRV of 48, while Seine has an LRV of 48. 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 Reflecting Pool
Behr recommends Reflecting Pool for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, laundry room, living room. With an LRV of 48, this is a medium color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Seine is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, living room, nursery. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Seine in the same rooms you planned for Reflecting Pool.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Reflecting Pool (PPU13-14) is Seine (VR093E) with a Delta E of 3.5, which rates as a "good match" match. Seine is the closest Valspar option. Similar character. 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. Reflecting Pool is a Behr color with soft blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 48. Seine is a Valspar color with river green undertones and an LRV of 48. With a Delta E of 3.5, 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 3.5, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
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.