Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Svelte M100-3
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Veiled Violet (DE5976), at ΔE 2.61 — very close.
Veiled Violet is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.61 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 Veiled Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.61very close
- LRV
- 34Behr is 40
- Hex
- #B19BB0#B8A3BB in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Veiled Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Springs DE5955ΔE 4.36 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
- Grapevine DET408ΔE 5.34 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Purple Prophet DE5983ΔE 6.14 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.