Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Sweet Curry M230-5
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Yucatan (DE5269), at ΔE 2.82 — very close.
Yucatan is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.82 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 Yucatan really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.82very close
- LRV
- 46Behr is 46
- Hex
- #E9AF78#E8A773 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Yucatan is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Prairie Sun DET463ΔE 2.86 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Western Sunrise DET469ΔE 3.11 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Rusty Orange DE5248ΔE 3.26 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.