Sherwin-Williams to Dunn-Edwards
Switching from Sherwin-Williams to Dunn-Edwards? Find the closest Dunn-Edwards paint to any Sherwin-Williams color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Sherwin-Williams color:
Popular Sherwin-Williams → Dunn-Edwards conversions
| Sherwin-Williams | Closest Dunn-Edwards | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Agreeable Gray SW 7029 | Go Quietly DEBN29 | ΔE 0.51 · imperceptible |
| Repose Gray SW 7015 | Cloud Cover DEGR44 | ΔE 1.02 · near-perfect |
| Alabaster SW 7008 | Almond Milk DEHW01 | ΔE 1.16 · near-perfect |
| Pure White SW 7005 | Frostbite DE6274 | ΔE 0.21 · imperceptible |
| Sea Salt SW 6204 | Particular Mint DE6269 | ΔE 2.60 · close |
| Accessible Beige SW 7036 | Desert Suede DE6206 | ΔE 1.82 · near-perfect |
| Naval SW 6244 | Black River Falls DEA189 | ΔE 5.44 · different |
| Urbane Bronze SW 7048 | Renwick Brown DET630 | ΔE 1.93 · near-perfect |
| Tricorn Black SW 6258 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 3.69 · noticeable |
| Iron Ore SW 7069 | Charred DEGR80 | ΔE 0.60 · imperceptible |
| Mindful Gray SW 7016 | Natural Process DEGR23 | ΔE 0.45 · imperceptible |
| Evergreen Fog SW 9130 | Meadowood DEC777 | ΔE 1.01 · near-perfect |
| Snowbound SW 7004 | Abstract White DE6232 | ΔE 1.00 · near-perfect |
| Worldly Gray SW 7043 | Birchwood DEC752 | ΔE 2.33 · close |
| Pewter Green SW 6208 | Charcoal Briquette DET601 | ΔE 0.67 · imperceptible |
| Peppercorn SW 7674 | Chiaroscuro DEBN78 | ΔE 2.43 · close |
| Dorian Gray SW 7017 | Sycamore Bark DEGR33 | ΔE 0.89 · imperceptible |
| Greek Villa SW 7551 | Antique White DEW351 | ΔE 0.74 · imperceptible |
| Extra White SW 7006 | Moonlight DE6246 | ΔE 0.51 · imperceptible |
| Comfort Gray SW 6205 | Foggy Seascape DEGR42 | ΔE 3.21 · close |
| Rainwashed SW 6211 | Bidwell Blue DET551 | ΔE 1.57 · near-perfect |
| Indigo Batik SW 7602 | Summer Night DE5811 | ΔE 5.12 · different |
| Inkwell SW 6992 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 8.79 · different |
| Tradewind SW 6218 | Marine Layer DET599 | ΔE 2.22 · close |
| Anew Gray SW 7030 | Flintstone DE6221 | ΔE 0.95 · imperceptible |
| Kilim Beige SW 6106 | Stone Pedestal DEBN56 | ΔE 3.53 · noticeable |
| Sage SW 7732 | Meadowood DEC777 | ΔE 1.56 · near-perfect |
| Halcyon Green SW 6213 | Sycamore Stand DEC781 | ΔE 2.76 · close |
| Quietude SW 6212 | Graceful Green DE6284 | ΔE 2.64 · close |
| Creamy SW 7012 | Navajo White DEC772 | ΔE 0.55 · imperceptible |
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 Sherwin-Williams Color to Dunn-Edwards
Converting a Sherwin-Williams paint color to Dunn-Edwards takes two steps. First, find the Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray is Go Quietly (DEBN29) — a ΔE 0.51 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 Sherwin-Williams to Dunn-Edwards?
Most people convert Sherwin-Williams to Dunn-Edwards for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Dunn-Edwards but not Sherwin-Williams, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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.
Sherwin-Williams to Dunn-Edwards conversion — FAQ
Is there a Dunn-Edwards equivalent for every Sherwin-Williams color?+
For almost every color, yes. Dunn-Edwards carries a deep deck, so most Sherwin-Williams colors land a close Dunn-Edwards match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray?+
The closest Dunn-Edwards match to Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is Go Quietly (DEBN29), a ΔE 0.51 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Sherwin-Williams color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Dunn-Edwards paint match my existing Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Dunn-Edwards colors back to Sherwin-Williams?+
Yes — use the Dunn-Edwards → Sherwin-Williams converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Sherwin-Williams color to any Dunn-Edwards shade.
Does Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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 Sherwin-Williams 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.