Benjamin Moore → Dunn-Edwards
Dunn-Edwards equivalent of Benjamin Moore Yellow Marigold 2155-30
The closest Dunn-Edwards colour is Acorn Squash (DE5292), at ΔE 2.31 — very close.
Acorn Squash is the closest Dunn-Edwards makes, but at ΔE 2.31 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 Benjamin Moore and Dunn-Edwards
Most people comparing Benjamin Moore 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 Acorn Squash really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.31very close
- LRV
- 43Benjamin Moore is 42.29
- Hex
- #EDA740#EAA731 in Benjamin Moore
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.7 points higher.
Other Dunn-Edwards options
Worth knowing if Acorn Squash is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Lion's Mane DE5319ΔE 3.01 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.
- Fortune Cookie DE5355ΔE 3.51 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
- Copper Cove DE5320ΔE 3.51 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 5.3 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Yellow Marigold 2155-30 matched across all 13 brands →