Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Urban Legend N100-6
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Purple Trinket (DE5979), at ΔE 4.44 — close.
Purple Trinket is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 4.44 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 Purple Trinket really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.44close
- LRV
- 9Behr is 11
- Hex
- #665261#67585F in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Purple Trinket is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Louisiana Mud DE6398ΔE 5.02 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Bourbon Truffle DET699ΔE 5.25 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Plum Wine DE5978ΔE 5.92 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.