Notre Dame → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Valspar Notre Dame (VR083B), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Notre Dame
If you love Valspar Notre Dame 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.
Notre Dame (VR083B) is a medium beige with warm sandy beige undertones. A warm, sandy medium beige with organic undertones. Named for the historic cathedral's stone. Earthy and grounding with a timeless quality that works in both traditional and transitional homes. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 48) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Notre Dame 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 Notre Dame. Sandstone Cliff (PPU7-09) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Sandstone Cliff is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
Behr Matches for Notre Dame
Sandstone Cliff is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
| Notre Dame | Sandstone Cliff | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 48 | 48 |
| Hex | #C3B9AA | #C3B9AA |
| Undertone | Warm Sandy Beige | Warm Sandstone |
| Family | Beige | Beige |
Undertone Comparison
Notre Dame has warm sandy beige undertones. A warm, sandy medium beige with organic undertones. Named for the historic cathedral's stone. Earthy and grounding with a timeless quality that works in both traditional and transitional homes.
Sandstone Cliff has warm sandstone undertones. A warm, sandy beige with the layered quality of desert sandstone. Earthy and substantial at medium depth.
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
Notre Dame in Your Room
The sandy warmth is consistent and reliable. In bright rooms, it reads as a warm, natural beige. In dim rooms, it feels cozy without being dark. The earthy quality pairs well with natural materials like wood and stone.
Sandstone Cliff in Your Room
Warm and earthy. In bright rooms, the sandstone quality is visible. In dim rooms, cozy and grounding.
LRV and Brightness
Notre Dame has an LRV of 48, while Sandstone Cliff has an LRV of 48. 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 Notre Dame
Valspar recommends Notre Dame for: living room, dining room, bedroom, hallway, study. With an LRV of 48, this is a medium color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Sandstone Cliff is recommended for: living room, bedroom, dining room, hallway, exterior. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Sandstone Cliff in the same rooms you planned for Notre Dame.
Notre Dame in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Notre Dame (VR083B) is Sandstone Cliff (PPU7-09) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Sandstone Cliff 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. Notre Dame is a Valspar color with warm sandy beige undertones and an LRV of 48. Sandstone Cliff is a Behr color with warm sandstone undertones and an LRV of 48. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. 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, 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.