Dimpse → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Farrow & Ball Dimpse (No.277), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Dimpse
If you love Farrow & Ball Dimpse 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 Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Dimpse (No.277) is a light gray with cool neutral gray undertones. A light, cool neutral gray. Named for twilight. Clean and atmospheric. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 60) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Dimpse 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 Coastal Villa (VR082D) with a Delta E of 3.7, which is a "good match" level match. Coastal Villa 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 Dimpse
Coastal Villa is the closest Valspar option. Similar character.
| Dimpse | Coastal Villa | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 60 | 61 |
| Hex | #D1D0CC | #D3CCB0 |
| Undertone | Cool Neutral Gray | Warm Sandy Greige |
| Family | Gray | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Dimpse has cool neutral gray undertones. A light, cool neutral gray. Named for twilight. Clean and atmospheric.
Coastal Villa has warm sandy greige undertones. A light, warm greige with sandy undertones. Lighter than Woodlawn Colonial Gray, with a coastal quality that feels relaxed and natural. Named for the feeling of a sun-bleached coastal home.
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. Dimpse's cool neutral gray quality may read differently than Coastal Villa's warm sandy greige 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
Dimpse in Your Room
Cool and balanced. Reads as a clean, modern light gray.
Coastal Villa in Your Room
Reads as a light, airy warm neutral. The sandy quality gives rooms a natural, beachy feel without being obvious about it. In bright light, it looks open and fresh. In dim rooms, the warmth provides comfort.
LRV and Brightness
Dimpse has an LRV of 60, while Coastal Villa has an LRV of 61. 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 Dimpse
Farrow & Ball recommends Dimpse for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, living room, office. With an LRV of 60, this is a light 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.
Coastal Villa is recommended for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, bathroom. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Dimpse (No.277) is Coastal Villa (VR082D) with a Delta E of 3.7, which rates as a "good match" match. Coastal Villa 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. Dimpse is a Farrow & Ball color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 60. Coastal Villa is a Valspar color with warm sandy greige undertones and an LRV of 61. 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.