Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Sailor's Knot M510-3
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Bachelor Blue (DE5878), at ΔE 3.89 — close.
Bachelor Blue is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.89 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 Bachelor Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.89close
- LRV
- 36Behr is 42
- Hex
- #8FAACA#90B1CB 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 Bachelor Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Northern Pond DE5870ΔE 4.00 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Anchors Away DE5814ΔE 4.01 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Country Air DET581ΔE 4.05 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Sailor's Knot M510-3 matched across all 13 brands →