Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Tandoori M170-7
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Red River (DE5125), at ΔE 2.41 — very close.
Red River is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.41 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 Red River really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.41very close
- LRV
- 16Behr is 19
- Hex
- #B95543#BB5C4D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Red River is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Redwood City DE5117ΔE 2.85 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Chiles de Arbol DEFD21ΔE 3.06 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Iron Ore DE5153ΔE 3.43 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.