ComparisonComparisonValspar 2001-8B and Vista Paint 8617, ΔE 5.5 apart
Valspar Semi-Precious (2001-8B) and Vista Paint Sunbaked Clay (8617) measure a delta-E of 5.5 apart. Semi-Precious is 10.7 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Sunbaked Clay holds more color, chroma 20.2 against 17, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Sunbaked Clay depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 43.0 rather than matching by name.
Valspar Semi-Precious and Vista Paint Sunbaked Clay are delta-E 5.5 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Valspar Semi-Precious and Vista Paint Sunbaked Clay is delta-E 5.5.
Valspar Semi-Precious is lighter than Vista Paint Sunbaked Clay by 10.7 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Vista Paint Sunbaked Clay carries more color than Valspar Semi-Precious - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Semi-Precious | Sunbaked Clay | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Valspar | Vista Paint |
| Code | 2001-8B | 8617 |
| Hex | #E1B9AD | #D9AC9C |
| Light reflectance | 53.7 | 43.0 |
| Undertone | red | red |
| Chroma | 17.0 | 20.2 |
| Hue angle | 42.4° | 45.7° |
| Color family | red | orange |