Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Spiced Red QE-14
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Rustic Rouge (307-7DB), at ΔE 3.57 — close.
Rustic Rouge is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.57 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 Rustic Rouge really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.57close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 11
- Hex
- #8D422F#8B4C3D 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 Rustic Rouge is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Terra Orange 308-7DBΔE 3.98 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Arizona Sun 306-6DBΔE 4.29 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Daphne Rose 305-6DBΔE 4.73 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.