Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Windjammer 550B-5
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Sail Away (DE5836), at ΔE 3.12 — very close.
Sail Away is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.12 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 Sail Away really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.12very close
- LRV
- 37Behr is 35
- Hex
- #55B4DE#41AAD7 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Sail Away is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Frozen Wave DE5829ΔE 4.02 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Sanctuary Spa DE5843ΔE 5.04 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Himalayan Blue Poppy DEFD54ΔE 5.17 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.