Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Old Navy

If you love Benjamin Moore Old Navy 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.

Old Navy (2063-10) is a dark navy with cool navy undertones. A deep, cool navy with gray undertones. Cooler and bluer than Hale Navy. A classic, traditional navy that reads as serious and refined. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 4.08) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.

We calculated the perceptual color distance between Old Navy 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 Old Navy. London Coach (VR078B) comes in with a Delta E of 2.1, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. London Coach is the closest Valspar option at LRV 5. Very close match.

Valspar Matches for Old Navy

London Coach VR078B
Excellent match · ΔE 2.1

London Coach is the closest Valspar option at LRV 5. Very close match.

Old NavyLondon Coach
LRV4.085
Hex#343A46#343C48
UndertoneCool NavyDeep Blue-Gray
FamilyNavyNavy

Undertone Comparison

Old Navy has cool navy undertones. A deep, cool navy with gray undertones. Cooler and bluer than Hale Navy. A classic, traditional navy that reads as serious and refined.

London Coach has deep blue-gray undertones. A deep, distinguished navy-gray. Named for the classic London coach, it carries the same sense of refined tradition. More gray than a true navy, less stark than black. Dignified and timeless.

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

Old Navy in Your Room

In bright light, a rich cool blue. In dim rooms, approaches black with blue depth. The cool lean distinguishes it from warmer navies like Hale Navy.

London Coach in Your Room

In bright light, the blue character shows through. In dim rooms, it approaches a sophisticated near-black. Under warm light, the gray softens it. A versatile dark accent color.

LRV and Brightness

Old Navy has an LRV of 4.08, while London Coach has an LRV of 5. 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 Old Navy

Benjamin Moore recommends Old Navy for: front door, accent wall, powder room, shutters, office. With an LRV of 4.08, this is a dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.

London Coach is recommended for: front door, accent wall, exterior trim, shutters, powder room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use London Coach in the same rooms you planned for Old Navy.

Old Navy in Other Brands

Looking for Old Navy equivalents in other brands besides Valspar? We have matches across all major paint brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

The closest Valspar match for Old Navy (2063-10) is London Coach (VR078B) with a Delta E of 2.1, which rates as a "excellent match" match. London Coach is the closest Valspar option at LRV 5. 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. Old Navy is a Benjamin Moore color with cool navy undertones and an LRV of 4.08. London Coach is a Valspar color with deep blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 5. With a Delta E of 2.1, 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 2.1, 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.

Colors on screen are approximations. Your monitor, lighting, and paint finish will affect how colors appear in your space. Always test with a physical paint sample before purchasing.

Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.