Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Tropical Holiday 530B-6
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Tropical Lagoon (DE5781), at ΔE 4.67 — close.
Tropical Lagoon is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 4.67 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 Tropical Lagoon really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.67close
- LRV
- 24Behr is 29
- Hex
- #1E98AE#00A0C3 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Tropical Lagoon is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pool Party DE5837ΔE 4.96 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Frozen Wave DE5829ΔE 5.42 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Mediterranean Sea DE5830ΔE 6.58 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tropical Holiday 530B-6 matched across all 13 brands →