Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Rapture Blue 520C-3
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Across the Bay (DE5757), at ΔE 2.63 — very close.
Across the Bay is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.63 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 Across the Bay really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.63very close
- LRV
- 64Behr is 62
- Hex
- #B3E1E8#A7D6DD in Behr
The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Across the Bay is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Surfside DE5765ΔE 3.08 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 12.0 points lower.
- Lake Reflection DET556ΔE 3.35 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Aqua Bloom DE5737ΔE 3.43 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.