Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Vintage Charm N160-3
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Wispy Mauve (DE6045), at ΔE 2.61 — very close.
Wispy Mauve is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.61 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 Wispy Mauve really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.61very close
- LRV
- 42Behr is 46
- Hex
- #C6AEAA#C7B0A7 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Wispy Mauve is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dusty Trail DE6052ΔE 2.73 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Homespun Charm DEBN04ΔE 3.02 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Crushed Stone DE6067ΔE 3.28 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Vintage Charm N160-3 matched across all 13 brands →