Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Purple Paradise PPU16-03
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Gemmed (244-6DB), at ΔE 6.62 — noticeably different.
Dutch Boy does not make this colour. Gemmed is the closest option at ΔE 6.62, which is a visibly different colour. If the match matters, have Dutch Boy custom-tint to the Behr formula instead of substituting.
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 Gemmed really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 6.62noticeably different
- LRV
- 13Behr is 16
- Hex
- #6C6183#79669D in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
This is the closest option, but it is visibly different. Consider a custom mix if accuracy matters.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Gemmed is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pom Pom Purple 245-6DBΔE 7.00 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Purely Purple 144-7DBΔE 7.33 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Delightful Violet 245-7DBΔE 7.56 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Paradise PPU16-03 matched across all 13 brands →