Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Plum Raisin 120F-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Old Chaparral (402-7DB), at ΔE 4.11 — close.
Old Chaparral is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.11 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 Old Chaparral really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.11close
- LRV
- 6Behr is 8
- Hex
- #573C3C#644847 in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Old Chaparral is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Aged Beauty 401-7DBΔE 4.26 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- County Road 407-6DBΔE 4.35 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Blackened Walnut 403-7DBΔE 6.50 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.