Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Tropical Smoothie 120B-7
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Candied Apple (DE5054), at ΔE 2.54 — very close.
Candied Apple is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.54 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 Candied Apple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.54very close
- LRV
- 18Behr is 20
- Hex
- #B95B6D#C5556D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Candied Apple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pink Punch DE5048ΔE 2.96 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Pink Dahlia DET419ΔE 3.74 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Cherry Hill DE5069ΔE 4.22 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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