Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sorcerer 760F-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Anchored Blue (434-7DB), at ΔE 2.12 — very close.
Anchored Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.12 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 Anchored Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.12very close
- LRV
- 6Behr is 6
- Hex
- #44484D#45464C in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Anchored Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Velvety Night 447-7DBΔE 4.84 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Piccolo 345-7DBΔE 5.30 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Deepest Purple 445-7DBΔE 5.34 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.