Filtered Shade → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Valspar Filtered Shade (VR083E), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Filtered Shade
If you love Valspar Filtered Shade but need a Behr 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 Behr, your local store does not carry Valspar, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Filtered Shade (VR083E) is a medium gray with warm light greige undertones. A light, warm gray with subtle greige undertones. Lighter and airier than Gravity, with just enough warmth to avoid feeling cold. A versatile neutral that works as either a warm gray or a light greige. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 57) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Filtered Shade and every Behr 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 Behr match for Filtered Shade. Pier (PPU18-11) comes in with a Delta E of 2.2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Pier is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
Behr Matches for Filtered Shade
Pier is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
| Filtered Shade | Pier | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 57 | 58 |
| Hex | #CCC8C1 | #CECAC4 |
| Undertone | Warm Light Greige | Warm Light Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Filtered Shade has warm light greige undertones. A light, warm gray with subtle greige undertones. Lighter and airier than Gravity, with just enough warmth to avoid feeling cold. A versatile neutral that works as either a warm gray or a light greige.
Pier has warm light gray undertones. A light warm gray. Clean and versatile.
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
Filtered Shade in Your Room
Reads as a light, warm gray in most conditions. The greige undertone is gentle and never heavy. In bright rooms, it looks open and fresh. Under warm light, the beige comes forward slightly.
Pier in Your Room
Warm and balanced. A reliable light gray.
LRV and Brightness
Filtered Shade has an LRV of 57, while Pier 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 Filtered Shade
Valspar recommends Filtered Shade for: whole house, hallway, bedroom, living room, bathroom. With an LRV of 57, 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.
Pier is recommended for: whole house, hallway, bedroom, living room, bathroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Pier in the same rooms you planned for Filtered Shade.
Filtered Shade in Other Brands
Looking for Filtered Shade equivalents in other brands besides Behr? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Filtered Shade (VR083E) is Pier (PPU18-11) with a Delta E of 2.2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Pier is the closest Behr option. 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. Filtered Shade is a Valspar color with warm light greige undertones and an LRV of 57. Pier is a Behr color with warm light gray undertones and an LRV of 58. With a Delta E of 2.2, 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 2.2, 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 Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr 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.