Behr to Dunn-Edwards
Switching from Behr to Dunn-Edwards? Find the closest Dunn-Edwards paint to any Behr color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Behr color:
Popular Behr → Dunn-Edwards conversions
| Behr | Closest Dunn-Edwards | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Cracked Pepper PPU18-01 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 2.58 · close |
| Swiss Coffee 12 | Muscat Blanc DET676 | ΔE 0.98 · imperceptible |
| Ultra Pure White 1850 | Wishful White DE6260 | ΔE 0.77 · imperceptible |
| Blank Canvas DC-003 | Navajo White DEC772 | ΔE 0.42 · imperceptible |
| Back to Nature S340-4 | Family Tree DET503 | ΔE 2.61 · close |
| Dolphin Fin PPU18-15 | Dove's Cry DEGR18 | ΔE 2.88 · close |
| In the Moment MQ6-49 | Stone Craft DE6292 | ΔE 3.89 · noticeable |
| Polar Bear 75 | Almond Milk DEHW01 | ΔE 1.01 · near-perfect |
| Silver Drop PPU18-19 | Petrichor DEGR29 | ΔE 0.45 · imperceptible |
| Blueprint S470-5 | Blue Monday DET568 | ΔE 3.53 · noticeable |
| Dark Navy PPU14-20 | Black River Falls DEA189 | ΔE 2.15 · close |
| Castle Path PPU7-21 | Fishing Net DEGR38 | ΔE 0.60 · imperceptible |
| Wheat Bread PPU7-19 | Desert Suede DE6206 | ΔE 1.70 · near-perfect |
| Smoke Blue PPU14-10 | Weathered Blue DET560 | ΔE 3.32 · close |
| Falling Snow OR-W14 | Historic White DET653 | ΔE 1.15 · near-perfect |
| Black PPU18-20 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 8.96 · different |
| Carbon N520-7 | Carbonized Wood DESS50 | ΔE 0.33 · imperceptible |
| Cameo White PPU7-13 | Whispering Rain DE5533 | ΔE 2.34 · close |
| Bit of Sugar PPL-93 | Whispering Rain DE5533 | ΔE 2.33 · close |
| White Truffle MQ3-37 | Bone DEC765 | ΔE 1.46 · near-perfect |
| Pinch of Tan PPU3-7 | Cliff's View DEC720 | ΔE 3.47 · close |
| Pewter Mug BNC-22 | Hare's Tail Grass DEGR28 | ΔE 1.77 · near-perfect |
| Granite Boulder N520-5 | Stone Mason DET615 | ΔE 1.03 · near-perfect |
| Forest Light S380-3 | Cloistered Garden DET523 | ΔE 3.57 · noticeable |
| Calming MQ6-49 | Stone Craft DE6292 | ΔE 3.89 · noticeable |
| Espresso Beans PPU5-19 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 7.48 · different |
| Light French Gray 720E-2 | Silver Mining DESS45 | ΔE 2.97 · close |
| Stately Gray 720F-5 | Fishing Net DEGR38 | ΔE 1.31 · near-perfect |
| Coastal Beige MQ3-22 | Bungalow Taupe DE6172 | ΔE 1.49 · near-perfect |
| Egret White OR-W11 | Trade Winds DET647 | ΔE 1.62 · near-perfect |
Will the Dunn-Edwards version look the same?
If the ΔE is under 2, almost certainly — most people can't tell two colors with ΔE under 2 apart, even side by side. 2–3.5 is close; above 5 starts to read as a different color. These matches use published hex values, which are approximations of the real paint, so always brush a sample on the wall before you commit.
How To Convert a Behr Color to Dunn-Edwards
Converting a Behr paint color to Dunn-Edwards takes two steps. First, find the Behr color you want to switch — type its name or code into the search box above, or click the swatch to pick the color by hand. The tool compares it against the full Dunn-Edwards deck using ΔE2000, the color-difference standard paint labs rely on, and puts the closest Dunn-Edwards equivalent at the top of the list.
For example, the nearest Dunn-Edwards match to Behr Cracked Pepper is Black (DEA002) — a ΔE 2.58 match, close enough to read as the same color on the wall.
Once you have the Dunn-Edwards name and code, ask for it at any paint store. Dunn-Edwards colors are mixed to order on the same tinting machines, so you can buy the converted color anywhere Dunn-Edwards is sold.
Why Convert Behr to Dunn-Edwards?
Most people convert Behr to Dunn-Edwards for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Dunn-Edwards but not Behr, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Behr color was discontinued, because Dunn-Edwards runs cheaper for the same shade, or because a contractor only sprays Dunn-Edwards and wants the whole job in one line.
Whatever the reason, the goal is the same: get a Dunn-Edwards color that looks like the Behr original. Every match on this page is a real, in-stock Dunn-Edwards paint, so there is no custom mixing needed to make the swap.
Buying the Dunn-Edwards Equivalent
Take the Dunn-Edwards color name and code to the paint counter and ask for it in the finish you need — matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss. Finish changes how a color reads, so if you are matching an existing Behr wall, try to use the same sheen.
Buy a sample pot of the Dunn-Edwards match first and brush it on the wall next to the Behr original if you still have it. Let it dry fully and look at it in daylight and under your lamps at night before you commit to a full gallon.
Behr to Dunn-Edwards conversion — FAQ
Is there a Dunn-Edwards equivalent for every Behr color?+
For almost every color, yes. Dunn-Edwards carries a deep deck, so most Behr colors land a close Dunn-Edwards match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Behr colors may only reach a ΔE 3–5 match; in that case, ask the Dunn-Edwards counter about a custom tint to your hex.
What is the closest Dunn-Edwards color to Behr Cracked Pepper?+
The closest Dunn-Edwards match to Behr Cracked Pepper (PPU18-01) is Black (DEA002), a ΔE 2.58 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Behr color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Dunn-Edwards paint match my existing Behr walls?+
If the ΔE is under 2 it will be very close, but an existing wall may have faded or yellowed over the years. Always brush a Dunn-Edwards sample next to the old Behr paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Dunn-Edwards colors back to Behr?+
Yes — use the Dunn-Edwards → Behr converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Behr color to any Dunn-Edwards shade.
Does Behr or Dunn-Edwards paint cost less?+
Prices change by region, store, and sale, and the two brands sit in different product lines, so check current pricing at your local store. Many people convert Behr to Dunn-Edwards specifically because the Dunn-Edwards version of a color comes out cheaper, but it is worth comparing the exact products side by side.
How accurate is this Behr to Dunn-Edwards conversion?+
The matches use ΔE2000, the same perceptual color-difference formula paint chemists use to check that two batches came out the same. It is accurate for choosing between real paint formulas, but the hex values are screen approximations — so a sample on the wall is always the final check.