Dunn-Edwards to Benjamin Moore
Switching from Dunn-Edwards to Benjamin Moore? Find the closest Benjamin Moore paint to any Dunn-Edwards color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Dunn-Edwards color:
Popular Dunn-Edwards → Benjamin Moore conversions
| Dunn-Edwards | Closest Benjamin Moore | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Whisper DEW340 | Dune White 968 | ΔE 0.50 · imperceptible |
| Swiss Coffee DEW342 | Navajo White 947 | ΔE 0.49 · imperceptible |
| Cool December DEC754 | Stonington Gray HC-170 | ΔE 2.27 · close |
| Foggy Day DEW343 | Soft Chamois 969 | ΔE 0.86 · imperceptible |
| Cottage White DEW341 | Spanish White 943 | ΔE 0.71 · imperceptible |
| Tundra DET619 | Cumulus Cloud 1550 | ΔE 1.74 · near-perfect |
| Battleship Gray DET636 | Geddy Gray CW-720 | ΔE 1.07 · near-perfect |
| Iron Mountain DET637 | Flint AF-560 | ΔE 3.62 · noticeable |
| Misty DEW364 | Palace Pearl CW-650 | ΔE 0.92 · imperceptible |
| Dover Cliffs DEC771 | Bruton White CW-710 | ΔE 1.34 · near-perfect |
| Forever Linen DEC756 | Bleached Gray ES-78 | ΔE 0.66 · imperceptible |
| Stonish Beige DET625 | Shiitake Mushroom CSP-1040 | ΔE 1.40 · near-perfect |
| Maiden Voyage DEA178 | Hudson Bay 1680 | ΔE 1.31 · near-perfect |
| Pelican Bay DEC787 | Santorini Blue 1634 | ΔE 0.50 · imperceptible |
| Berkshire Beige DEC760 | Glacial Till AF-390 | ΔE 2.10 · close |
| Dover White DEW341 | Ivory Porcelain 239 | ΔE 1.31 · near-perfect |
| Lighthouse DEW342 | Cappuccino Froth CSP-1055 | ΔE 1.16 · near-perfect |
| Black DEA187 | Black PM-9 | ΔE 4.52 · noticeable |
| Quiet Reflection DEC783 | Paradiso 717 | ΔE 1.13 · near-perfect |
| Cabin Fever DET647 | Kentucky Birch CSP-265 | ΔE 0.99 · imperceptible |
| Sequoia Dusk DET668 | Hidden Valley 1134 | ΔE 1.87 · near-perfect |
| Olive Branch DET503 | Galápagos Green 475 | ΔE 0.91 · imperceptible |
| Pine Forest DET523 | Fatigue Green 2140-10 | ΔE 7.02 · different |
| Sage Brush DEC713 | Weekend Getaway 473 | ΔE 1.08 · near-perfect |
| Almond DEW348 | Cream Fleece 233 | ΔE 2.14 · close |
| Cabaret DEA152 | Deep Rose 2004-10 | ΔE 2.22 · close |
| Indigo Mood DEA180 | Hudson Bay 1680 | ΔE 2.49 · close |
| Asphalt DET631 | Black Panther 2125-10 | ΔE 0.69 · imperceptible |
| Sea Trail DEW345 | Quiet Moments 1563 | ΔE 1.24 · near-perfect |
| Tortoise Shell DET656 | Bittersweet Chocolate 2114-10 | ΔE 3.66 · noticeable |
Will the Benjamin Moore 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 Dunn-Edwards Color to Benjamin Moore
Converting a Dunn-Edwards paint color to Benjamin Moore takes two steps. First, find the Dunn-Edwards 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 Benjamin Moore deck using ΔE2000, the color-difference standard paint labs rely on, and puts the closest Benjamin Moore equivalent at the top of the list.
For example, the nearest Benjamin Moore match to Dunn-Edwards Whisper is Dune White (968) — a ΔE 0.50 match, close enough to read as the same color on the wall.
Once you have the Benjamin Moore name and code, ask for it at any paint store. Benjamin Moore colors are mixed to order on the same tinting machines, so you can buy the converted color anywhere Benjamin Moore is sold.
Why Convert Dunn-Edwards to Benjamin Moore?
Most people convert Dunn-Edwards to Benjamin Moore for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Benjamin Moore but not Dunn-Edwards, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Dunn-Edwards color was discontinued, because Benjamin Moore runs cheaper for the same shade, or because a contractor only sprays Benjamin Moore and wants the whole job in one line.
Whatever the reason, the goal is the same: get a Benjamin Moore color that looks like the Dunn-Edwards original. Every match on this page is a real, in-stock Benjamin Moore paint, so there is no custom mixing needed to make the swap.
Buying the Benjamin Moore Equivalent
Take the Benjamin Moore 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 Dunn-Edwards wall, try to use the same sheen.
Buy a sample pot of the Benjamin Moore match first and brush it on the wall next to the Dunn-Edwards 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.
Dunn-Edwards to Benjamin Moore conversion — FAQ
Is there a Benjamin Moore equivalent for every Dunn-Edwards color?+
For almost every color, yes. Benjamin Moore carries a deep deck, so most Dunn-Edwards colors land a close Benjamin Moore match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Dunn-Edwards colors may only reach a ΔE 3–5 match; in that case, ask the Benjamin Moore counter about a custom tint to your hex.
What is the closest Benjamin Moore color to Dunn-Edwards Whisper?+
The closest Benjamin Moore match to Dunn-Edwards Whisper (DEW340) is Dune White (968), a ΔE 0.50 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Dunn-Edwards color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Benjamin Moore paint match my existing Dunn-Edwards 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 Benjamin Moore sample next to the old Dunn-Edwards paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Benjamin Moore colors back to Dunn-Edwards?+
Yes — use the Benjamin Moore → Dunn-Edwards converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Dunn-Edwards color to any Benjamin Moore shade.
Does Dunn-Edwards or Benjamin Moore 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 Dunn-Edwards to Benjamin Moore specifically because the Benjamin Moore version of a color comes out cheaper, but it is worth comparing the exact products side by side.
How accurate is this Dunn-Edwards to Benjamin Moore 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.