Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr River Valley 580F-4
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Silver Skate (DE5801), at ΔE 4.11 — close.
Silver Skate is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 4.11 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 Silver Skate really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.11close
- LRV
- 32Behr is 37
- Hex
- #87A1B1#94A5B7 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Silver Skate is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Irogon Blue DEC796ΔE 4.44 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Silver Storm DE5822ΔE 4.53 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.0 points lower.
- Downpour DE5871ΔE 4.54 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.