Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Red Jalapeno 190D-6
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Chiles de Arbol (DEFD21), at ΔE 2.60 — very close.
Chiles de Arbol is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.60 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 Chiles de Arbol really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.60very close
- LRV
- 20Behr is 20
- Hex
- #C85E4B#BF6153 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Chiles de Arbol is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cedar Grove DE5152ΔE 2.95 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Redwood City DE5117ΔE 3.01 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Southwestern Clay DE5124ΔE 3.23 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.