Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Plum Shade 100F-6
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Amazing Amethyst (DE6013), at ΔE 3.12 — very close.
Amazing Amethyst is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.12 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Behr and Dunn-Edwards
Most people comparing Behr to Dunn-Edwards are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close Amazing Amethyst really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.12very close
- LRV
- 14Behr is 14
- Hex
- #806568#786569 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Amazing Amethyst is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Hickory Cliff DE6397ΔE 4.63 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Raisin in the Sun DE6034ΔE 4.89 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Rosy Taupe DEBN15ΔE 5.52 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.