ComparisonComparisonBenjamin Moore 2071-20 and Valspar 1001-3A, ΔE 6.09 apart
Benjamin Moore Gentle Violet (2071-20) and Valspar Velvet Beret (1001-3A) measure a delta-E of 6.09 apart. They sit within 0.4 LRV points of each other, so neither will look brighter than the other on the same wall. Gentle Violet holds more color, chroma 29.4 against 24.6, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Velvet Beret depth in Benjamin Moore's line, start from its LRV of 7.0 rather than matching by name.
Benjamin Moore Gentle Violet and Valspar Velvet Beret are delta-E 6.09 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Benjamin Moore Gentle Violet and Valspar Velvet Beret is delta-E 6.09.
Benjamin Moore Gentle Violet carries more color than Valspar Velvet Beret - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Gentle Violet | Velvet Beret | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Valspar |
| Code | 2071-20 | 1001-3A |
| Hex | #523C68 | #5A466B |
| Light reflectance | 7.4 | 7.0 |
| Undertone | violet | violet |
| Chroma | 29.4 | 24.6 |
| Hue angle | 311.1° | 312.0° |
| Color family | purple | purple |