Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr River Road N270-5
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Rocky Ridge (DE6145), at ΔE 2.33 — very close.
Rocky Ridge is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.33 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 Rocky Ridge really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.33very close
- LRV
- 26Behr is 29
- Hex
- #A88B66#AE8D6B in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Rocky Ridge is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dark Sepia DE6138ΔE 2.44 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Colorado Trail DE6117ΔE 2.47 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Mesa Tan DEC718ΔE 2.80 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.