Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Sugar Plum 680B-7
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Old-Fashioned Purple (DE6007), at ΔE 3.69 — close.
Old-Fashioned Purple is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.69 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 Old-Fashioned Purple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.69close
- LRV
- 9Behr is 11
- Hex
- #73486B#824D70 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 Old-Fashioned Purple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Vibrant Orchid DE6000ΔE 5.55 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Putnam Plum DEA100ΔE 5.62 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Deep Magenta DE5013ΔE 5.74 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.