Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Poseidon S480-6
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Before the Storm (DE5796), at ΔE 2.09 — very close.
Before the Storm is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.09 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 Before the Storm really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.09very close
- LRV
- 13Behr is 14
- Hex
- #4D6A77#466C7C in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Before the Storm is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Crashing Waves DE5810ΔE 3.09 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Eames for Blue DET564ΔE 3.40 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- San Miguel Blue DET569ΔE 3.66 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.