Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Stormy Gray BXC-58
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Tarnished Silver (DE6355), at ΔE 2.77 — very close.
Tarnished Silver is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.77 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 Tarnished Silver really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.77very close
- LRV
- 19Behr is 20
- Hex
- #797B80#7D7B7C in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Tarnished Silver is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dark Gray DEGR60ΔE 3.00 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Bank Vault DE6383ΔE 3.17 · very close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Storm Cloud DE6362ΔE 3.28 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.