Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Sugar Beet M130-7
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Mahogany Cherry (DE5020), at ΔE 2.42 — very close.
Mahogany Cherry is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.42 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 Mahogany Cherry really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.42very close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 9
- Hex
- #82495A#834253 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Mahogany Cherry is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cherry Harvest DEFD08ΔE 4.37 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Putnam Plum DEA100ΔE 4.61 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Berry Inspired DEFD16ΔE 4.76 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.