Valspar to Dunn-Edwards
Switching from Valspar to Dunn-Edwards? Find the closest Dunn-Edwards paint to any Valspar color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Valspar color:
Popular Valspar → Dunn-Edwards conversions
| Valspar | Closest Dunn-Edwards | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Du Jour 7002-16 | White Sand DEW336 | ΔE 1.83 · near-perfect |
| Swiss Coffee 7002-9 | Ball of String DE6190 | ΔE 1.92 · near-perfect |
| Ultra White 7006-24 | Wishful White DE6260 | ΔE 1.14 · near-perfect |
| Sea Salt 6005-1A | Particular Mint DE6269 | ΔE 0.90 · imperceptible |
| Filtered Shade 4007-1A | Fine Grain DE6213 | ΔE 2.05 · close |
| Polar 4008-9A | Mount Sterling DE6317 | ΔE 2.33 · close |
| Cracked Pepper 4011-1 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 3.20 · close |
| Polished Pine 5006-2B | Italian Basil DE6287 | ΔE 2.93 · close |
| Mocha Latte 3002-10C | Saddle Up DET690 | ΔE 1.33 · near-perfect |
| Reflecting Pool 5005-9A | Country Air DET581 | ΔE 2.08 · close |
| Pavilion Beige 3005-10A | Pale Beach DE6199 | ΔE 1.82 · near-perfect |
| Granite Dust 4009-3A | Metal Fringe DET626 | ΔE 3.20 · close |
| La Fonda Antique White 7002-9 | Navajo White DEC772 | ΔE 0.91 · imperceptible |
| Lyndhurst Duchess Blue 5001-9A | Blue Earth DE5853 | ΔE 1.94 · near-perfect |
| Quail Egg 4007-1B | Doric White DET641 | ΔE 0.45 · imperceptible |
| Vintage Black 4011-3 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 9.00 · different |
| Universal Black 4012-1 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 6.58 · different |
| Cottage White 7002-2 | Wax Poetic DET651 | ΔE 1.43 · near-perfect |
| Heritage Light Beige 7002-19 | Natural Radiance DET660 | ΔE 0.53 · imperceptible |
| Almond Tan 7002-19 | Natural Radiance DET660 | ΔE 0.46 · imperceptible |
| Snowy Pine 4007-1C | Crystal Haze DE6219 | ΔE 1.34 · near-perfect |
| Foxhall Green 5004-3C | Stone Craft DE6292 | ΔE 2.36 · close |
| Pewter Plate 4007-2A | Dust Yourself Off DEGR04 | ΔE 1.32 · near-perfect |
| Caspian Tide 5008-9A | Ragtime Blues DET558 | ΔE 1.80 · near-perfect |
| Coffee Custard 3004-10C | Alpine Chamoisee DEBN39 | ΔE 1.58 · near-perfect |
| Coastal Dune 7004-2 | Pale Beach DE6199 | ΔE 1.82 · near-perfect |
| Subtle Cream 7002-7 | Jefferson Cream DET666 | ΔE 1.51 · near-perfect |
| Twilight Mist 5008-2A | Marine Layer DET599 | ΔE 2.02 · close |
| Dark Kettle Black 4011-2 | Black DEA002 | ΔE 5.24 · different |
| Crystal Glow 7002-13 | White Blossom DET677 | ΔE 0.51 · 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 Valspar Color to Dunn-Edwards
Converting a Valspar paint color to Dunn-Edwards takes two steps. First, find the Valspar 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 Valspar Du Jour is White Sand (DEW336) — a ΔE 1.83 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 Valspar to Dunn-Edwards?
Most people convert Valspar to Dunn-Edwards for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Dunn-Edwards but not Valspar, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Valspar 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 Valspar 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 Valspar 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 Valspar 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.
Valspar to Dunn-Edwards conversion — FAQ
Is there a Dunn-Edwards equivalent for every Valspar color?+
For almost every color, yes. Dunn-Edwards carries a deep deck, so most Valspar colors land a close Dunn-Edwards match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Valspar 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 Valspar Du Jour?+
The closest Dunn-Edwards match to Valspar Du Jour (7002-16) is White Sand (DEW336), a ΔE 1.83 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Valspar color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Dunn-Edwards paint match my existing Valspar 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 Valspar paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Dunn-Edwards colors back to Valspar?+
Yes — use the Dunn-Edwards → Valspar converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Valspar color to any Dunn-Edwards shade.
Does Valspar 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 Valspar 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 Valspar 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.