Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Violet Vixen MQ5-41
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Purple Gumball (DE5950), at ΔE 3.28 — very close.
Purple Gumball is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.28 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 Gumball really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.28very close
- LRV
- 13Behr is 16
- Hex
- #6A6283#75688B in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Purple Gumball is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Princely Violet DE5957ΔE 4.76 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Concord Jam DE5964ΔE 5.22 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Grape Jam DE5949ΔE 5.79 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.