Driftwood → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Benjamin Moore Driftwood (2107-40), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Driftwood
If you love Benjamin Moore Driftwood 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 Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Driftwood (2107-40) is a medium-dark brown with warm driftwood brown undertones. A warm, organic brown with the weathered quality of sea-worn wood. Not a chocolate brown but a muted, sun-bleached tone. Natural and coastal. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 25.44) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Driftwood 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 Blanket (VR085A) with a Delta E of 3.7, which is a "good match" level match. Blanket is the closest Valspar option at LRV 24. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Valspar Matches for Driftwood
Blanket is the closest Valspar option at LRV 24. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison.
| Driftwood | Blanket | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 25.44 | 24 |
| Hex | #A19383 | #9B948B |
| Undertone | Warm Driftwood Brown | Warm Brown-Taupe |
| Family | Brown | Taupe |
Undertone Comparison
Driftwood has warm driftwood brown undertones. A warm, organic brown with the weathered quality of sea-worn wood. Not a chocolate brown but a muted, sun-bleached tone. Natural and coastal.
Blanket has warm brown-taupe undertones. A warm, cozy taupe at medium-dark depth. Named for the comfort it provides: wrapping rooms in warm, earthy color. Deeper than Frappe, with more brown warmth.
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
Driftwood in Your Room
The warm brown is consistent and organic. In bright rooms, the weathered quality is visible. In dim rooms, cozy and grounding.
Blanket in Your Room
The warm brown-taupe is consistent and enveloping. In bright rooms, it reads as a warm, rich neutral. In dim rooms, it creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere.
LRV and Brightness
Driftwood has an LRV of 25.44, while Blanket has an LRV of 24. 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 Driftwood
Benjamin Moore recommends Driftwood for: accent wall, exterior, office, dining room, living room. With an LRV of 25.44, this is a medium-dark 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.
Blanket is recommended for: bedroom, living room, dining room, accent wall, office. 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.
Driftwood in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Driftwood (2107-40) is Blanket (VR085A) with a Delta E of 3.7, which rates as a "good match" match. Blanket is the closest Valspar option at LRV 24. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. 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. Driftwood is a Benjamin Moore color with warm driftwood brown undertones and an LRV of 25.44. Blanket is a Valspar color with warm brown-taupe undertones and an LRV of 24. With a Delta E of 3.7, 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 3.7, 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.