Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Postmodern Mauve PPU5-15
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Sanded Grout (412-4DB), at ΔE 2.70 — very close.
Sanded Grout is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.70 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 Sanded Grout really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.70very close
- LRV
- 39Behr is 35
- Hex
- #BCA493#B39C8E in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Sanded Grout is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gray Stone 406-4DBΔE 3.73 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Timber 411-4DBΔE 3.82 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Fossilwood 404-3DBΔE 3.85 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Postmodern Mauve PPU5-15 matched across all 13 brands →