Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Tropical Skies S-H-530
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Dance Teal Dawn (DEFD38), at ΔE 3.51 — close.
Dance Teal Dawn is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.51 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 Dance Teal Dawn really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.51close
- LRV
- 9Behr is 9
- Hex
- #2E5A5E#155D66 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Dance Teal Dawn is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Nocturnal Sea DE5783ΔE 3.60 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- After the Storm DE5769ΔE 3.96 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Aquatic DEA134ΔE 4.58 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tropical Skies S-H-530 matched across all 13 brands →