Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Red Curry S170-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Shelled Peanut (409-6DB), at ΔE 3.41 — very close.
Shelled Peanut is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.41 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 Shelled Peanut really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.41very close
- LRV
- 16Behr is 14
- Hex
- #986355#8B5E52 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Shelled Peanut is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Strattford 304-6DBΔE 5.03 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Red Mesa 408-6DBΔE 5.08 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Daphne Rose 305-6DBΔE 5.96 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.