Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Pompeian Red PPU1-08
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Strattford (304-6DB), at ΔE 2.38 — very close.
Strattford is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.38 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 Strattford really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.38very close
- LRV
- 12Behr is 12
- Hex
- #8B534E#91504F in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Strattford is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Daphne Rose 305-6DBΔE 2.87 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Depression Glass 303-5DBΔE 4.18 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Rubyshire Red 204-6DBΔE 5.38 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Pompeian Red PPU1-08 matched across all 13 brands →