Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Preservation Plum PPU17-05
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Purple Trinket (DE5979), at ΔE 3.17 — very close.
Purple Trinket is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.17 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 Purple Trinket really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.17very close
- LRV
- 9Behr is 11
- Hex
- #665261#665864 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Purple Trinket is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Plum Wine DE5978ΔE 4.71 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Wine Tasting DEFD07ΔE 6.67 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Purple Potion DE5958ΔE 6.80 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Preservation Plum PPU17-05 matched across all 13 brands →