Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Sandblast 180C-2
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Brilliant Beige (DE5184), at ΔE 3.00 — very close.
Brilliant Beige is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.00 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 Brilliant Beige really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.00very close
- LRV
- 57Behr is 65
- Hex
- #EFC5B5#F5C9BF in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Brilliant Beige is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pale Jasper DE5148ΔE 3.02 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Peach Fuzz DE5142ΔE 3.03 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Rustique DE5149ΔE 3.19 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 10.0 points lower.