ComparisonComparisonValspar 5008-1C and Vista Paint 0226, ΔE 5.68 apart
Valspar Sandy Sage (5008-1C) and Vista Paint Sedge (0226) measure a delta-E of 5.68 apart. Sandy Sage is 6 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Sedge holds more color, chroma 11.6 against 9, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Sedge depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 40.0 rather than matching by name.
Valspar Sandy Sage and Vista Paint Sedge are delta-E 5.68 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Valspar Sandy Sage and Vista Paint Sedge is delta-E 5.68.
Valspar Sandy Sage is lighter than Vista Paint Sedge by 6 points of light reflectance (LRV).
| Sandy Sage | Sedge | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Valspar | Vista Paint |
| Code | 5008-1C | 0226 |
| Hex | #BCB5A5 | #B1A793 |
| Light reflectance | 46.0 | 40.0 |
| Undertone | yellow undertone | yellow undertone |
| Chroma | 9.0 | 11.6 |
| Hue angle | 91.9° | 89.0° |
| Color family | tan | tan |