Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Simply Elegant ICC-84
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Ripe Plum (DE6020), at ΔE 3.44 — very close.
Ripe Plum is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.44 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 Ripe Plum really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.44very close
- LRV
- 13Behr is 13
- Hex
- #825E61#7C5B65 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Ripe Plum is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Wine Tasting DEFD07ΔE 4.15 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Amazing Amethyst DE6013ΔE 4.74 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Plum Wine DE5978ΔE 4.89 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Simply Elegant ICC-84 matched across all 13 brands →