Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sugar Plum 680B-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Fearless Fuchsia (146-7DB), at ΔE 3.72 — close.
Fearless Fuchsia is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.72 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 Fearless Fuchsia really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.72close
- LRV
- 13Behr is 11
- Hex
- #8F4F7D#824D70 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Fearless Fuchsia is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Berry Glam! 147-7DBΔE 6.36 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Pleasantly Plum 347-7DBΔE 6.76 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Purple Tulips 145-7DBΔE 6.77 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.