Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Saffron Strands PPU6-02
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Honey Beehive (DET475), at ΔE 2.20 — very close.
Honey Beehive is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.20 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 Honey Beehive really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.20very close
- LRV
- 38Behr is 37
- Hex
- #D39F5F#D39952 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Honey Beehive is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Butterscotch Syrup DE5298ΔE 2.33 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Slightly Golden DE5299ΔE 2.88 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Gingerbread House DE5334ΔE 3.04 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Saffron Strands PPU6-02 matched across all 13 brands →