Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Wild Lilac PMD-34
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Magical Mauve (DE6011), at ΔE 2.50 — very close.
Magical Mauve is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.50 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 Magical Mauve really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.50very close
- LRV
- 37Behr is 36
- Hex
- #BAA3A9#B09DA4 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Magical Mauve is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Hazelnut DE6032ΔE 3.73 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Playful Plum DE6018ΔE 4.80 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Veiled Violet DE5976ΔE 5.63 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.