ComparisonComparisonValspar 1006-3B and Vista Paint AC126, ΔE 4.83 apart
Valspar Pretty Peony (1006-3B) and Vista Paint Merlot Magic (AC126) measure a delta-E of 4.83 apart. Pretty Peony is 2 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Merlot Magic holds more color, chroma 39.5 against 35.7, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Merlot Magic depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 15.0 rather than matching by name.
Valspar Pretty Peony and Vista Paint Merlot Magic are delta-E 4.83 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Valspar Pretty Peony and Vista Paint Merlot Magic is delta-E 4.83.
Valspar Pretty Peony is lighter than Vista Paint Merlot Magic by 2 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Vista Paint Merlot Magic carries more color than Valspar Pretty Peony - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Pretty Peony | Merlot Magic | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Valspar | Vista Paint |
| Code | 1006-3B | AC126 |
| Hex | #AC5A66 | #A94F5F |
| Light reflectance | 17.0 | 15.0 |
| Undertone | pink | pink |
| Chroma | 35.7 | 39.5 |
| Hue angle | 13.6° | 12.5° |
| Color family | red | red |