Vert De Terre → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Farrow & Ball Vert De Terre (No.234), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Vert De Terre
If you love Farrow & Ball Vert De Terre 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.
Vert De Terre (No.234) is a medium green with soft french green undertones. A soft, sophisticated green named for the French 'green of the earth.' Lighter and more refined than Mizzle, with the subtle, chalky quality that defines F&B's palette. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 58) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Vert De Terre 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 Beach House (VR091C) with a Delta E of 3.5, which is a "good match" level match. Beach House 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 Vert De Terre
Beach House is the closest Valspar option. Similar character.
| Vert De Terre | Beach House | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 58 | 58 |
| Hex | #C8D2C6 | #C6D2D0 |
| Undertone | Soft French Green | Soft Blue-Green |
| Family | Green | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Vert De Terre has soft french green undertones. A soft, sophisticated green named for the French 'green of the earth.' Lighter and more refined than Mizzle, with the subtle, chalky quality that defines F&B's palette.
Beach House has soft blue-green undertones. A soft, coastal blue-green with gray undertones. Captures the feeling of a weathered seaside cottage. Calming and serene without being dark or bold. One of Valspar's most popular bathroom colors.
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. Vert De Terre's soft french green quality may read differently than Beach House's soft blue-green 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
Vert De Terre in Your Room
The French green is soft and cultivated. In bright rooms, a delicate sage tint. In dim rooms, a warm gray with green whispers. Understated elegance.
Beach House in Your Room
Shifts between blue and green depending on light, much like the ocean it evokes. In cool north light, the blue dominates. In warm south light, the green comes forward. Always calming and spa-like.
LRV and Brightness
Vert De Terre has an LRV of 58, while Beach House has an LRV of 58. 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 Vert De Terre
Farrow & Ball recommends Vert De Terre for: bedroom, bathroom, living room, nursery, kitchen. With an LRV of 58, 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.
Beach House is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, laundry room, sunroom. 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 Vert De Terre (No.234) is Beach House (VR091C) with a Delta E of 3.5, which rates as a "good match" match. Beach House 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. Vert De Terre is a Farrow & Ball color with soft french green undertones and an LRV of 58. Beach House is a Valspar color with soft blue-green undertones and an LRV of 58. 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.