Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Rich Brocade MQ1-21
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Daphne Rose (305-6DB), at ΔE 2.23 — very close.
Daphne Rose is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.23 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 Daphne Rose really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.23very close
- LRV
- 13Behr is 14
- Hex
- #97534C#925850 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Daphne Rose is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Strattford 304-6DBΔE 2.36 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Shelled Peanut 409-6DBΔE 4.44 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Red Mesa 408-6DBΔE 5.11 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.