Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Whiskey Barrel N230-6
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Distillery (DEBN41), at ΔE 2.37 — very close.
Distillery is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.37 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 Distillery really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.37very close
- LRV
- 16Behr is 17
- Hex
- #866D57#85705F in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Distillery is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bannister Brown DE6069ΔE 2.38 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Wandering Road DE6076ΔE 2.86 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Ancient Grain DEBN03ΔE 3.19 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Whiskey Barrel N230-6 matched across all 13 brands →