Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Sanderling S220-3
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Sandal (DEC715), at ΔE 2.20 — very close.
Sandal 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 Sandal really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.20very close
- LRV
- 42Behr is 44
- Hex
- #C8AE96#C8AB96 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Behr and Dunn-Edwards publish LRV against their own measurements, and here the two disagree with the swatches: Sandal reads slightly lighter than Sanderling in colour space while carrying the lower published LRV. Treat LRV as comparable within a brand, not across two.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Sandal is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Doe Eyed DEBN09ΔE 2.21 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Moenkopi Tan DEC704ΔE 2.36 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Trail Dust DE6123ΔE 3.08 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.