Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Purple Balloon S-G-640
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Purely Purple (144-7DB), at ΔE 3.84 — close.
Purely Purple is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.84 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 Purely Purple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.84close
- LRV
- 11Behr is 12
- Hex
- #665385#625B87 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 Purely Purple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gemmed 244-6DBΔE 4.21 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Violet 143-7DBΔE 5.61 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Lil' Sea Urchin 243-6DBΔE 5.94 · 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
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