Benjamin Moore to Dunn-Edwards
Switching from Benjamin Moore to Dunn-Edwards? Find the closest Dunn-Edwards paint to any Benjamin Moore color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Benjamin Moore color:
Popular Benjamin Moore → Dunn-Edwards conversions
| Benjamin Moore | Closest Dunn-Edwards | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Revere Pewter HC-172 | Moonstone Beach DEBN62 | ΔE 2.21 · close |
| Edgecomb Gray HC-173 | Go Quietly DEBN29 | ΔE 1.60 · near-perfect |
| White Dove OC-17 | Trite White DE6204 | ΔE 1.49 · near-perfect |
| Chantilly Lace OC-65 | Moonlight DE6246 | ΔE 0.98 · imperceptible |
| Hale Navy HC-154 | Tried & True Blue DET582 | ΔE 1.95 · near-perfect |
| Simply White OC-117 | Bone China DEW339 | ΔE 1.34 · near-perfect |
| Classic Gray OC-23 | Muslin DE6227 | ΔE 0.99 · imperceptible |
| Pale Oak OC-20 | Fine Grain DE6213 | ΔE 1.59 · near-perfect |
| Chelsea Gray HC-168 | Palomino Pony DET621 | ΔE 2.24 · close |
| Kendall Charcoal HC-166 | Charcoal Sketch DET628 | ΔE 0.66 · imperceptible |
| Wrought Iron 2124-10 | Refined Green DEA181 | ΔE 3.85 · noticeable |
| Decorator's White OC-149 | Almond Milk DEHW01 | ΔE 1.01 · near-perfect |
| Palladian Blue HC-144 | Steamy Spring DE5709 | ΔE 2.25 · close |
| October Mist 1495 | River Birch DEGR36 | ΔE 2.87 · close |
| Stonington Gray HC-170 | Stoneware Clay DEGR16 | ΔE 1.19 · near-perfect |
| Coventry Gray HC-169 | Distant Dusk DEGR46 | ΔE 1.64 · near-perfect |
| Manchester Tan HC-81 | Bungalow Taupe DE6172 | ΔE 1.09 · near-perfect |
| Iron Mountain 2134-30 | Chiaroscuro DEBN78 | ΔE 1.53 · near-perfect |
| Wedgewood Gray HC-146 | Marine Layer DET599 | ΔE 2.25 · close |
| Quiet Moments 1563 | Patina Creek DE6297 | ΔE 0.77 · imperceptible |
| Cinder 1815 | Iron Fixture DE6384 | ΔE 2.00 · close |
| Wickham Gray HC-171 | Dolphin Tales DET600 | ΔE 1.92 · near-perfect |
| Boothbay Gray HC-165 | Mission Bay Blue DET563 | ΔE 2.29 · close |
| Beach Glass 1564 | Pistachio Ice Cream DE5717 | ΔE 2.42 · close |
| Dove Wing OC-18 | Abstract White DE6232 | ΔE 0.44 · imperceptible |
| Cloud White OC-130 | Ball of String DE6190 | ΔE 1.92 · near-perfect |
| Linen White OC-146 | Bone DEC765 | ΔE 1.12 · near-perfect |
| Black 2132-10 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 9.74 · different |
| Hunter Green 2041-10 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 12.71 · different |
| Salamander 2050-10 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 10.91 · different |
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 Benjamin Moore Color to Dunn-Edwards
Converting a Benjamin Moore paint color to Dunn-Edwards takes two steps. First, find the Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter is Moonstone Beach (DEBN62) — a ΔE 2.21 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 Benjamin Moore to Dunn-Edwards?
Most people convert Benjamin Moore to Dunn-Edwards for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Dunn-Edwards but not Benjamin Moore, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore 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.
Benjamin Moore to Dunn-Edwards conversion — FAQ
Is there a Dunn-Edwards equivalent for every Benjamin Moore color?+
For almost every color, yes. Dunn-Edwards carries a deep deck, so most Benjamin Moore colors land a close Dunn-Edwards match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter?+
The closest Dunn-Edwards match to Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter (HC-172) is Moonstone Beach (DEBN62), a ΔE 2.21 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Benjamin Moore color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Dunn-Edwards paint match my existing Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Dunn-Edwards colors back to Benjamin Moore?+
Yes — use the Dunn-Edwards → Benjamin Moore converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Benjamin Moore color to any Dunn-Edwards shade.
Does Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore 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.