Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Solitaire N560-5
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Soft Charcoal (DE5935), at ΔE 4.00 — close.
Soft Charcoal is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 4.00 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 Soft Charcoal really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.00close
- LRV
- 22Behr is 20
- Hex
- #838298#7D798A in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Soft Charcoal is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Your Shadow DE5921ΔE 4.88 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Blue Intrigue DE5928ΔE 5.13 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Grape Jam DE5949ΔE 6.73 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.