ComparisonComparisonBenjamin Moore 2014-40 and Valspar 2002-1C, ΔE 3.68 apart
Benjamin Moore Peachy Keen (2014-40) and Valspar Ripe Melon (2002-1C) measure a delta-E of 3.68 apart. Peachy Keen is 2.5 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Ripe Melon holds more color, chroma 47.7 against 44.7, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Ripe Melon depth in Benjamin Moore's line, start from its LRV of 46.0 rather than matching by name.
Benjamin Moore Peachy Keen and Valspar Ripe Melon are delta-E 3.68 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Benjamin Moore Peachy Keen and Valspar Ripe Melon is delta-E 3.68.
Benjamin Moore Peachy Keen is lighter than Valspar Ripe Melon by 2.5 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Valspar Ripe Melon carries more color than Benjamin Moore Peachy Keen - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Peachy Keen | Ripe Melon | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Valspar |
| Code | 2014-40 | 2002-1C |
| Hex | #FFA67E | #FC9F74 |
| Light reflectance | 48.5 | 46.0 |
| Undertone | orange | orange |
| Chroma | 44.7 | 47.7 |
| Hue angle | 50.0° | 50.5° |
| Color family | orange | orange |