Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Soul Search T18-14
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Crashing Waves (DE5810), at ΔE 2.14 — very close.
Crashing Waves is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.14 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 Crashing Waves really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.14very close
- LRV
- 13Behr is 15
- Hex
- #3E6F87#377290 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Crashing Waves is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Summer At The Shore DEFD53ΔE 2.64 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Big Sur Blue Jade DET577ΔE 2.86 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Blue In Barbados DEFD47ΔE 3.45 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.