Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Sparkling Emerald P430-7
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Malachite Green (DEFD37), at ΔE 3.20 — very close.
Malachite Green is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.20 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 Malachite Green really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.20very close
- LRV
- 11Behr is 12
- Hex
- #006B59#1F6C53 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Malachite Green is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Verdigris Green DEFD36ΔE 3.98 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Emerald Pool DE5699ΔE 5.04 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Teal Waters DEA131ΔE 5.24 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Sparkling Emerald P430-7 matched across all 13 brands →