Wild Clover → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Behr Wild Clover (PPU11-14), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Wild Clover
If you love Behr Wild Clover 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.
Wild Clover (PPU11-14) is a medium green with soft sage undertones. A soft sage green. Light and natural. 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 Wild Clover 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 Wild Clover. Seine (VR093E) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Seine is the closest Valspar option. Very close match.
Valspar Matches for Wild Clover
Seine is the closest Valspar option. Very close match.
| Wild Clover | Seine | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 48 | 48 |
| Hex | #BEC5B9 | #BEC6BB |
| Undertone | Soft Sage | River Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Wild Clover has soft sage undertones. A soft sage green. Light and natural.
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.
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
Wild Clover in Your Room
Gentle sage in bright rooms. Warm green-gray in dim rooms.
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
Wild Clover 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 Wild Clover
Behr recommends Wild Clover for: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, nursery, 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. 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.
Wild Clover in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Wild Clover (PPU11-14) is Seine (VR093E) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Seine 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. Wild Clover is a Behr color with soft sage 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 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. 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, 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.