Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Seared Gray T15-2
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Deepest Sea (DE5825), at ΔE 2.14 — very close.
Deepest Sea is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.14 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 Deepest Sea really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.14very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 8
- Hex
- #444D56#495157 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Deepest Sea is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cover of Night DE6329ΔE 3.07 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Salem Black DE6343ΔE 3.17 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Black Bay DEA188ΔE 3.22 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.