Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Purple Agate PPU16-04
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Cheerful Crocus (143-6DB), at ΔE 4.34 — close.
Cheerful Crocus is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.34 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 Cheerful Crocus really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.34close
- LRV
- 21Behr is 24
- Hex
- #7F7BA2#8D7EAE in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Cheerful Crocus is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Jacob's Ladder 144-6DBΔE 4.75 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Fanciful Violet 142-6DBΔE 5.76 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Veronica Flower 244-4DBΔE 5.81 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Agate PPU16-04 matched across all 13 brands →