Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Velvet Slipper 680D-4
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Antique Heather (DE5975), at ΔE 2.93 — very close.
Antique Heather is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.93 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 Antique Heather really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.93very close
- LRV
- 49Behr is 53
- Hex
- #CDBACB#D5B9CB in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Antique Heather is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Melting Violet DE6017ΔE 4.18 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Sweetie Pie DE6003ΔE 5.08 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Soft Purple DE5954ΔE 5.47 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Velvet Slipper 680D-4 matched across all 13 brands →