Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Rodeo Tan N240-5
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Mesa Tan (DEC718), at ΔE 1.23 — near-exact.
Mesa Tan is a genuine substitute. At ΔE 1.23 the difference is smaller than most people can see on a wall, and smaller than the shift between two batches of the same colour.
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 Mesa Tan really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 1.23near-exact
- LRV
- 27Behr is 28
- Hex
- #A78B71#A78B74 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Mesa Tan is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Whole Wheat DE6124ΔE 1.52 · near-exact · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Afternoon Tea Service DEBN40ΔE 2.16 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Saddle Up DET690ΔE 2.57 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.