Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Velvety Merlot PMD-43
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Garnet Evening (DEA147), at ΔE 2.46 — very close.
Garnet Evening is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.46 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 Garnet Evening really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.46very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 8
- Hex
- #763B42#794143 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Garnet Evening is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Rocky Mountain Red DET442ΔE 3.58 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Red Maple Leaf DET443ΔE 3.74 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Redwood Forest Cathedral DESS03ΔE 4.16 · 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 Velvety Merlot PMD-43 matched across all 13 brands →