Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Violet Fields 650B-4
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Purple Prophet (DE5983), at ΔE 3.12 — very close.
Purple Prophet is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.12 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 Prophet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.12very close
- LRV
- 37Behr is 41
- Hex
- #BB9ECA#B8A4C8 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Purple Prophet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Springs DE5955ΔE 3.28 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- Purple Premiere DE5969ΔE 3.86 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Ode to Purple DE5962ΔE 4.57 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Violet Fields 650B-4 matched across all 13 brands →