Behr → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Behr Winter Amethyst 650D-4
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Purple Springs (DE5955), at ΔE 3.79 — close.
Purple Springs is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 3.79 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 Purple Springs really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.79close
- LRV
- 33Behr is 40
- Hex
- #AB9BBC#B0A6C2 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Purple Springs is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Grape Gatsby DE5948ΔE 4.46 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- Playful Purple DE5947ΔE 5.23 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points higher.
- Tinted Iris DE5961ΔE 5.25 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 7.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Winter Amethyst 650D-4 matched across all 13 brands →