Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Purple Agate PPU16-04
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Smashed Grape (DE5963), at ΔE 3.61 — close.
Smashed Grape is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.61 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 Smashed Grape really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.61close
- LRV
- 19Behr is 24
- Hex
- #8775A1#8D7EAE in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Smashed Grape is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Lush Lilac DE5970ΔE 4.33 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Pale Eggplant DE5956ΔE 5.01 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Faraway Sky DE5942ΔE 5.06 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Agate PPU16-04 matched across all 13 brands →