Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Red Wire T12-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Coraled Begonia (106-5DB), at ΔE 2.80 — very close.
Coraled Begonia is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.80 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 Coraled Begonia really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.80very close
- LRV
- 25Behr is 23
- Hex
- #DF644E#DB5947 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 Coraled Begonia is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gingham Pink 106-6DBΔE 2.96 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Tango Coral 105-6DBΔE 3.40 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Shimmered Copper 104-6DBΔE 4.49 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.