Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Solitaire N560-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Magical Purple (344-4DB), at ΔE 2.85 — very close.
Magical Purple is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.85 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 Magical Purple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.85very close
- LRV
- 20Behr is 20
- Hex
- #7E778E#7D798A in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Magical Purple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Allium Poofs 345-5DBΔE 3.78 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Magic Cape 243-5DBΔE 4.82 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Sweet Pansies 244-5DBΔE 4.96 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.