Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Poetry Reading MQ5-17
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Sapphire Fog (DE5899), at ΔE 2.60 — very close.
Sapphire Fog is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.60 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 Sapphire Fog really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.60very close
- LRV
- 13Behr is 42
- Hex
- #99A8C9#9FAEC9 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 29.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Sapphire Fog is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Misted Eve DE5884ΔE 3.75 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Bachelor Blue DE5878ΔE 4.18 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Spacious Sky DE5919ΔE 4.35 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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