Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Prussian Plum MQ1-39
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Pleasantly Plum (347-7DB), at ΔE 3.57 — close.
Pleasantly Plum is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.57 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 Pleasantly Plum really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.57close
- LRV
- 8Behr is 9
- Hex
- #714256#6F4B5C in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Pleasantly Plum is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Baked Apples 301-6DBΔE 5.86 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Roasted Eggplant 401-6DBΔE 6.95 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Antiqued Fuchsia 246-7DBΔE 6.98 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Prussian Plum MQ1-39 matched across all 13 brands →