Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Powder Lilac S550-2
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Misted Mountain (342-2DB), at ΔE 2.02 — very close.
Misted Mountain is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.02 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 Misted Mountain really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.02very close
- LRV
- 54Behr is 54
- Hex
- #BDC3CD#BFC2CE in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Misted Mountain is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purple Shimmer 243-2DBΔE 2.08 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Magellic Purple 344-2DBΔE 2.70 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Heathered Moon 341-1DBΔE 3.07 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.