ComparisonComparisonDunn-Edwards DE5200 and Valspar 2007-3B, ΔE 5.19 apart
Dunn-Edwards Yams (DE5200) and Valspar Brushed Orange (2007-3B) measure a delta-E of 5.19 apart. Brushed Orange is 2.6 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Brushed Orange holds more color, chroma 59.3 against 54.8, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Yams depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 39.8 rather than matching by name.
Dunn-Edwards Yams and Valspar Brushed Orange are delta-E 5.19 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Dunn-Edwards Yams and Valspar Brushed Orange is delta-E 5.19.
Valspar Brushed Orange is lighter than Dunn-Edwards Yams by 2.6 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Valspar Brushed Orange carries more color than Dunn-Edwards Yams - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Yams | Brushed Orange | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Dunn-Edwards | Valspar |
| Code | DE5200 | 2007-3B |
| Hex | #EB9552 | #F79751 |
| Light reflectance | 39.8 | 42.4 |
| Undertone | orange | orange |
| Chroma | 54.8 | 59.3 |
| Hue angle | 61.2° | 59.5° |
| Color family | orange | orange |