Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Wild Geranium M130-3
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Melting Violet (DE6017), at ΔE 4.02 — close.
Melting Violet is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 4.02 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 Melting Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.02close
- LRV
- 48Behr is 55
- Hex
- #D4B8BF#DFBBCA in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Melting Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pencil Eraser DE6024ΔE 4.32 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Sweetheart DE5030ΔE 4.35 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Muddy Mauve DE5016ΔE 4.41 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Wild Geranium M130-3 matched across all 13 brands →