Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Teal Mosaic PMD-45
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is San Gabriel Blue (DET557), at ΔE 2.98 — very close.
San Gabriel Blue is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.98 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 San Gabriel Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.98very close
- LRV
- 12Behr is 12
- Hex
- #2F6679#406976 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if San Gabriel Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Before the Storm DE5796ΔE 3.29 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Atlantis DE5790ΔE 3.40 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- LA at Night DEFD48ΔE 4.03 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.