Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Smokey Pink N150-2
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Mauve Mystery (407-1DB), at ΔE 3.02 — very close.
Mauve Mystery is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.02 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 Mauve Mystery really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.02very close
- LRV
- 57Behr is 53
- Hex
- #DAC3BA#CEBDB4 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Mauve Mystery is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dusky Trail 407-2DBΔE 3.33 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Mallow Root 401-1DBΔE 3.47 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Plush 402-2DBΔE 3.77 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.