Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Poppy Seed PPU15-20
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Anchored Blue (434-7DB), at ΔE 2.15 — very close.
Anchored Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.15 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 Anchored Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.15very close
- LRV
- 6Behr is 8
- Hex
- #44484D#4A4E54 in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Anchored Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Onyx Shade 433-7DBΔE 2.67 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Gravity 435-7DBΔE 2.86 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Dark and Stormy 436-7DBΔE 3.83 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.