Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Velvet Curtain S540-5
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Blue Intrigue (DE5928), at ΔE 2.91 — very close.
Blue Intrigue is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.91 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 Blue Intrigue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.91very close
- LRV
- 21Behr is 24
- Hex
- #7F809C#7E85A3 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Blue Intrigue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Enchanting Sky DE5900ΔE 2.93 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Bossa Nova Blue DE5914ΔE 3.50 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Soft Charcoal DE5935ΔE 4.12 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Velvet Curtain S540-5 matched across all 13 brands →