Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr River Rapids S450-6A
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Moody Blues (DET590), at ΔE 4.00 — close.
Moody Blues is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 4.00 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 Moody Blues really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.00close
- LRV
- 15Behr is 15
- Hex
- #586E75#4D7179 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Moody Blues is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Before the Storm DE5796ΔE 4.44 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- San Miguel Blue DET569ΔE 4.46 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Storms Ahead DESS33ΔE 4.63 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr River Rapids S450-6A matched across all 13 brands →