Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Soulful HDC-FL13-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Plume Purple (341-7DB), at ΔE 3.08 — very close.
Plume Purple is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.08 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 Plume Purple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.08very close
- LRV
- 5Behr is 5
- Hex
- #373D4F#374357 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Plume Purple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Beyond The Stars 339-7DBΔE 3.45 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Ocean's Depth 337-7DBΔE 3.80 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Trois Etoiles 240-7DBΔE 4.49 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.