Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Plum Jam 690B-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Pleasantly Plum (347-7DB), at ΔE 2.70 — very close.
Pleasantly Plum is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.70 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 Pleasantly Plum really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.70very close
- LRV
- 8Behr is 9
- Hex
- #714256#784660 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Pleasantly Plum is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Plum Royale 201-7DBΔE 4.85 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Conspicuous Fuchsia 247-7DBΔE 5.36 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Berry Glam! 147-7DBΔE 5.57 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.