Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Red Brick S-H-170
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Strattford (304-6DB), at ΔE 3.80 — close.
Strattford is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.80 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)
- 3.80close
- LRV
- 12Behr is 10
- Hex
- #8B534E#834841 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 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.
- Gayle's Rouge 304-7DBΔE 4.49 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Red Mesa 408-6DBΔE 4.75 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Red Farmhouse 305-7DBΔE 5.04 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.