ComparisonComparisonValspar 4003-7C and Vista Paint 0617, ΔE 4.93 apart
Valspar Heartsong (4003-7C) and Vista Paint John's Blue (0617) measure a delta-E of 4.93 apart. They sit within 1 LRV points of each other, so neither will look brighter than the other on the same wall. Heartsong holds more color, chroma 21.2 against 18, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the John's Blue depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 36.0 rather than matching by name.
Valspar Heartsong and Vista Paint John's Blue are delta-E 4.93 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Valspar Heartsong and Vista Paint John's Blue is delta-E 4.93.
Valspar Heartsong is lighter than Vista Paint John's Blue by 1 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Valspar Heartsong carries more color than Vista Paint John's Blue - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Heartsong | John's Blue | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Valspar | Vista Paint |
| Code | 4003-7C | 0617 |
| Hex | #8DA6CA | #87A4C0 |
| Light reflectance | 37.0 | 36.0 |
| Undertone | blue | blue |
| Chroma | 21.2 | 18.0 |
| Hue angle | 269.3° | 259.0° |
| Color family | blue | blue |