Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Private Black N530-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Orchid Black (443-7DB), at ΔE 3.29 — very close.
Orchid Black is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.29 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 Orchid Black really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.29very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 7
- Hex
- #504844#4C4949 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Orchid Black is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cauldron 437-7DBΔE 3.81 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Blackened Kettle 439-7DBΔE 3.85 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Velvety Night 447-7DBΔE 4.17 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Private Black N530-7 matched across all 13 brands →