Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Rush Hour MQ5-25
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Morro Bay (DET571), at ΔE 2.30 — very close.
Morro Bay is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.30 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 Morro Bay really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.30very close
- LRV
- 14Behr is 13
- Hex
- #546B78#536770 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Morro Bay is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Made of Steel DET593ΔE 2.61 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Before the Storm DE5796ΔE 2.73 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated.
- Moody Blues DET590ΔE 2.90 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.