Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Regal Rose QE-05
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Smoked Rose (302-5DB), at ΔE 4.04 — close.
Smoked Rose is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.04 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 Smoked Rose really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.04close
- LRV
- 18Behr is 21
- Hex
- #98686B#9D7374 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Smoked Rose is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sebastian 407-5DBΔE 4.30 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Rosey Quartz 401-5DBΔE 4.72 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Purple Beech 347-6DBΔE 5.61 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.