Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Ripe Wheat 310E-3
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Olive Wood Branch (DESS21), at ΔE 2.01 — very close.
Olive Wood Branch is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.01 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 Olive Wood Branch really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.01very close
- LRV
- 52Behr is 58
- Hex
- #DABE8D#E3C494 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Olive Wood Branch is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Golden West DET488ΔE 2.04 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Grain Mill DET665ΔE 2.60 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Regency Cream DE5325ΔE 2.86 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.