Quiet Moments → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Benjamin Moore Quiet Moments (1563), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Quiet Moments
If you love Benjamin Moore Quiet Moments 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.
Quiet Moments (1563) is a medium blue with soft blue-green undertones. A soft, calming blue-green gray. More blue than Sea Salt, more gray than Palladian Blue. Serene and spa-like. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 56.26) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Quiet Moments 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 Mint Julep (VR093C) with a Delta E of 3.5, which is a "good match" level match. Mint Julep is the closest Valspar option at LRV 56. 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 Quiet Moments
Mint Julep is the closest Valspar option at LRV 56. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison.
| Quiet Moments | Mint Julep | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 56.26 | 56 |
| Hex | #C3D1D0 | #C6D1C6 |
| Undertone | Soft Blue-Green | Soft Mint |
| Family | Blue | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Quiet Moments has soft blue-green undertones. A soft, calming blue-green gray. More blue than Sea Salt, more gray than Palladian Blue. Serene and spa-like.
Mint Julep has soft mint undertones. A soft, fresh mint green with gray undertones. Lighter and brighter than Sparkling Sage, with a crisp, spring-like quality. Named for the classic Southern cocktail, it is both refreshing and refined.
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. Quiet Moments's soft blue-green quality may read differently than Mint Julep's soft mint 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
Quiet Moments in Your Room
Shifts between blue and green depending on light. In cool north light, the blue dominates. In warm light, the green comes forward. Always calming.
Mint Julep in Your Room
The mint is fresh and inviting. In bright rooms, it reads as a soft, clean green. In dim rooms, the gray provides a cool, calming backdrop. A lovely choice for spaces that need a lift.
LRV and Brightness
Quiet Moments has an LRV of 56.26, while Mint Julep has an LRV of 56. 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 Quiet Moments
Benjamin Moore recommends Quiet Moments for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, laundry room, sunroom. With an LRV of 56.26, 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.
Mint Julep is recommended for: bathroom, nursery, kitchen, bedroom, sunroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Mint Julep in the same rooms you planned for Quiet Moments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Quiet Moments (1563) is Mint Julep (VR093C) with a Delta E of 3.5, which rates as a "good match" match. Mint Julep is the closest Valspar option at LRV 56. 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. Quiet Moments is a Benjamin Moore color with soft blue-green undertones and an LRV of 56.26. Mint Julep is a Valspar color with soft mint undertones and an LRV of 56. 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.