Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Plum Blossom 650E-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Spring Tulip (243-3DB), at ΔE 3.33 — very close.
Spring Tulip is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.33 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Behr and Dutch Boy
Most people comparing Behr to Dutch Boy are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close Spring Tulip really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.33very close
- LRV
- 37Behr is 41
- Hex
- #A2A2B6#AEA9BA in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Spring Tulip is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Voila! 245-4DBΔE 3.62 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Healing Lilac 343-3DBΔE 4.07 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Grayed Lilac 344-3DBΔE 4.24 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.