Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Romantic Poetry S100-2
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Antique Heather (DE5975), at ΔE 3.73 — close.
Antique Heather is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.73 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 Antique Heather really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.73close
- LRV
- 49Behr is 55
- Hex
- #CDBACB#CAC0CE in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Antique Heather is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Soft Purple DE5954ΔE 4.86 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
- Alpine Moon DE5953ΔE 5.11 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points higher.
- Elusive Violet DE6010ΔE 5.16 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Romantic Poetry S100-2 matched across all 13 brands →