Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Red Bluff ECC-36-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Strattford (304-6DB), at ΔE 2.79 — very close.
Strattford is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.79 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 Strattford really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.79very close
- LRV
- 12Behr is 11
- Hex
- #8B534E#824E46 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Strattford is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Red Mesa 408-6DBΔE 2.89 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Daphne Rose 305-6DBΔE 4.99 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- County Road 407-6DBΔE 5.22 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.