Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Plum Rich MQ5-35
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Pleasantly Plum (347-7DB), at ΔE 5.62 — noticeably different.
Dutch Boy does not make this colour. Pleasantly Plum is the closest option at ΔE 5.62, which is a visibly different colour. If the match matters, have Dutch Boy custom-tint to the Behr formula instead of substituting.
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)
- 5.62noticeably different
- LRV
- 8Behr is 8
- Hex
- #714256#64475E in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Pleasantly Plum is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Antiqued Fuchsia 246-7DBΔE 5.84 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Great Aubergine! 346-7DBΔE 8.20 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Aster Purple 244-7DBΔE 8.39 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.