Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Warm Nutmeg ICC-71
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Wood Lake (DE6075), at ΔE 2.30 — very close.
Wood Lake is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.30 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 Wood Lake really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.30very close
- LRV
- 24Behr is 25
- Hex
- #A08475#A18571 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Wood Lake is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cobblestone Path DE6068ΔE 2.66 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Whole Wheat DE6124ΔE 3.10 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Mesa Tan DEC718ΔE 3.17 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.