ComparisonComparisonValspar 2007-5B and Vista Paint 7997, ΔE 12.56 apart
Valspar Longhorn (2007-5B) and Vista Paint Deep Spice (7997) measure a delta-E of 12.56 apart. Longhorn is 10 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Deep Spice holds more color, chroma 51.9 against 43.3, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Deep Spice depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 24.0 rather than matching by name.
Valspar Longhorn and Vista Paint Deep Spice are delta-E 12.56 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Valspar Longhorn and Vista Paint Deep Spice is delta-E 12.56.
Valspar Longhorn is lighter than Vista Paint Deep Spice by 10 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Vista Paint Deep Spice carries more color than Valspar Longhorn - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Longhorn | Deep Spice | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Valspar | Vista Paint |
| Code | 2007-5B | 7997 |
| Hex | #D88C5F | #CD7044 |
| Light reflectance | 34.0 | 24.0 |
| Undertone | orange | orange |
| Chroma | 43.3 | 51.9 |
| Hue angle | 55.8° | 50.6° |
| Color family | orange | orange |