Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Poppy Glow 250B-6
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Valley of Fire (DE5167), at ΔE 3.29 — very close.
Valley of Fire is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.29 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 Valley of Fire really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.29very close
- LRV
- 38Behr is 38
- Hex
- #FF8A4A#F18C49 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Valley of Fire is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Yams DE5200ΔE 3.33 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Bright Mango DE5195ΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Tangerine Dream DE5160ΔE 4.77 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.