Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Smoke Bush Rose S170-5
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Hickory Branch (DE6082), at ΔE 2.16 — very close.
Hickory Branch is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.16 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 Hickory Branch really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.16very close
- LRV
- 25Behr is 26
- Hex
- #AB8274#AD8177 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Hickory Branch is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Brick Fence DE6089ΔE 2.80 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Homestead DE6096ΔE 4.55 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Revival Rose DEC701ΔE 5.34 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Smoke Bush Rose S170-5 matched across all 13 brands →