Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Skysail Blue 580D-4
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Afternoon Sky (DE5877), at ΔE 2.12 — very close.
Afternoon Sky is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.12 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 Afternoon Sky really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.12very close
- LRV
- 51Behr is 51
- Hex
- #B0C6DF#A7C0D8 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Afternoon Sky is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Northern Pond DE5870ΔE 2.26 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- Misted Eve DE5884ΔE 2.62 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- Anchors Away DE5814ΔE 3.69 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.