Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Red Potato S160-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Shelled Peanut (409-6DB), at ΔE 2.28 — very close.
Shelled Peanut is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.28 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)
- 2.28very close
- LRV
- 16Behr is 15
- Hex
- #986355#995D50 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 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.
- Daphne Rose 305-6DBΔE 3.87 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Canyon Rouge 304-5DBΔE 4.42 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Brandi-ed Orange 308-6DBΔE 4.92 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.