Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Rule Breaker MQ1-01
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Strawberry Shade (302-6DB), at ΔE 3.86 — close.
Strawberry Shade is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.86 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 Strawberry Shade really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.86close
- LRV
- 12Behr is 10
- Hex
- #81585B#774E55 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 Strawberry Shade is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Baked Apples 301-6DBΔE 4.04 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- County Road 407-6DBΔE 4.21 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Holiday Berry 303-7DBΔE 4.74 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.