Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Prairie Poppy T12-1
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Tandoor Spice (205-5DB), at ΔE 3.76 — close.
Tandoor Spice is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.76 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 Tandoor Spice really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.76close
- LRV
- 21Behr is 18
- Hex
- #BC645E#AE5F55 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Tandoor Spice is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Canyon Rouge 304-5DBΔE 4.03 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Aged Clay 305-5DBΔE 4.20 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Red Rainboot 205-6DBΔE 4.40 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.