Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Posies 670A-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Doll Cheeks (146-3DB), at ΔE 2.36 — very close.
Doll Cheeks is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.36 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 Doll Cheeks really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.36very close
- LRV
- 57Behr is 56
- Hex
- #E5BAD4#DFBBD9 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Doll Cheeks is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Glimmerish 145-2DBΔE 2.76 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Glamping 147-3DBΔE 3.96 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Peony Perfect 246-3DBΔE 4.72 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.