Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Rose Bisque 140E-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Rosey Glow (401-3DB), at ΔE 3.55 — close.
Rosey Glow is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.55 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 Rosey Glow really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.55close
- LRV
- 38Behr is 43
- Hex
- #BA9F9D#C9A8A6 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Rosey Glow is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Allegory 401-2DBΔE 3.67 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Hennepin Stone 407-3DBΔE 4.62 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Reddish Egret 347-4DBΔE 4.66 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.