Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Sun Ray S-G-340
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Flash of Orange (DEA116), at ΔE 2.46 — very close.
Flash of Orange is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.46 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 Flash of Orange really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.46very close
- LRV
- 48Behr is 56
- Hex
- #FFAA00#FFB219 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Flash of Orange is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Yellow Summer DEA118ΔE 2.89 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Hot Sun DE5349ΔE 2.93 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Ripe Pumpkin DE5307ΔE 3.26 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.