ComparisonComparisonValspar 2002-1C and Vista Paint 7998, ΔE 7.22 apart
Valspar Ripe Melon (2002-1C) and Vista Paint Cimarron Trail (7998) measure a delta-E of 7.22 apart. Ripe Melon is 10 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Both carry a similar amount of color, at chroma 47.7 and 47.7. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Cimarron Trail depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 36.0 rather than matching by name.
Valspar Ripe Melon and Vista Paint Cimarron Trail are delta-E 7.22 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Valspar Ripe Melon and Vista Paint Cimarron Trail is delta-E 7.22.
Valspar Ripe Melon is lighter than Vista Paint Cimarron Trail by 10 points of light reflectance (LRV).
| Ripe Melon | Cimarron Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Valspar | Vista Paint |
| Code | 2002-1C | 7998 |
| Hex | #FC9F74 | #E58E60 |
| Light reflectance | 46.0 | 36.0 |
| Undertone | orange | orange |
| Chroma | 47.7 | 47.7 |
| Hue angle | 50.5° | 53.1° |
| Color family | orange | orange |