Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sensuous MQ1-06
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Hibiscus Flower (102-6DB), at ΔE 2.17 — very close.
Hibiscus Flower is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.17 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 Hibiscus Flower really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.17very close
- LRV
- 18Behr is 19
- Hex
- #B8596D#B75E6B 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 Hibiscus Flower is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pinked Azalea 103-6DBΔE 3.96 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Garden Pink 203-5DBΔE 4.80 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Neon Hippie 101-6DBΔE 6.30 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.