Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Purple Gladiola MQ4-59
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Purple Premiere (DE5969), at ΔE 3.63 — close.
Purple Premiere is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.63 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 Premiere really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.63close
- LRV
- 38Behr is 45
- Hex
- #B9A0D2#C1ABD4 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Purple Premiere is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Prophet DE5983ΔE 3.68 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- Tinted Iris DE5961ΔE 4.22 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Pretty Petunia DE5989ΔE 4.41 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Gladiola MQ4-59 matched across all 13 brands →