ComparisonComparisonValspar 3009-7 and Vista Paint 7997, ΔE 11.96 apart
Valspar Caramel Toffee (3009-7) and Vista Paint Deep Spice (7997) measure a delta-E of 11.96 apart. Deep Spice is 2 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Deep Spice holds more color, chroma 51.9 against 46, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Caramel Toffee depth in Vista Paint's line, start from its LRV of 22.0 rather than matching by name.
Valspar Caramel Toffee and Vista Paint Deep Spice are delta-E 11.96 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Valspar Caramel Toffee and Vista Paint Deep Spice is delta-E 11.96.
Vista Paint Deep Spice is lighter than Valspar Caramel Toffee by 2 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Vista Paint Deep Spice carries more color than Valspar Caramel Toffee - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Caramel Toffee | Deep Spice | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Valspar | Vista Paint |
| Code | 3009-7 | 7997 |
| Hex | #B5723B | #CD7044 |
| Light reflectance | 22.0 | 24.0 |
| Undertone | orange | orange |
| Chroma | 46.0 | 51.9 |
| Hue angle | 62.3° | 50.6° |
| Color family | orange | orange |