Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Plum Taupe N130-4
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Hazelnut (DE6032), at ΔE 2.59 — very close.
Hazelnut is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.59 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 Hazelnut really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.59very close
- LRV
- 34Behr is 38
- Hex
- #B29E9D#B6A19B in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Hazelnut is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Frontier Land DE6074ΔE 2.62 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Rose Mauve DET403ΔE 3.46 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Bidwell Brown DET698ΔE 3.87 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.