Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Plum Smoke PPU16-14
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Castle Wood (445-4DB), at ΔE 3.64 — close.
Castle Wood is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.64 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 Castle Wood really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.64close
- LRV
- 27Behr is 27
- Hex
- #958B8E#928E8E in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Castle Wood is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Relaxed Gray 437-4DBΔE 3.64 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Padlock Gray 438-4DBΔE 4.38 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Promising Gray 439-4DBΔE 5.10 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.