Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Second Pour M560-5
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Smashed Grape (DE5963), at ΔE 2.80 — very close.
Smashed Grape is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.80 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 Smashed Grape really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.80very close
- LRV
- 19Behr is 22
- Hex
- #8775A1#887CA4 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Smashed Grape is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Grape Jam DE5949ΔE 3.01 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Pale Eggplant DE5956ΔE 3.28 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Blue Intrigue DE5928ΔE 5.93 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.