ComparisonComparisonValspar 2002-6B and Vista Paint 0050, ΔE 6.85 apart
Valspar Salmon Run (2002-6B) and Vista Paint Simmering Ridge (0050) measure a delta-E of 6.85 apart. Salmon Run is 4 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Salmon Run holds more color, chroma 29.1 against 24.1, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Simmering Ridge depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 36.0 rather than matching by name.
Valspar Salmon Run and Vista Paint Simmering Ridge are delta-E 6.85 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Valspar Salmon Run and Vista Paint Simmering Ridge is delta-E 6.85.
Valspar Salmon Run is lighter than Vista Paint Simmering Ridge by 4 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Valspar Salmon Run carries more color than Vista Paint Simmering Ridge - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Salmon Run | Simmering Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Valspar | Vista Paint |
| Code | 2002-6B | 0050 |
| Hex | #DD998D | #CB9686 |
| Light reflectance | 40.0 | 36.0 |
| Undertone | red | red |
| Chroma | 29.1 | 24.1 |
| Hue angle | 34.7° | 42.5° |
| Color family | red | red |