Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Svelte M100-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Simply Divine (144-5DB), at ΔE 3.10 — very close.
Simply Divine is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.10 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 Simply Divine really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.10very close
- LRV
- 37Behr is 40
- Hex
- #AE9FBC#B8A3BB in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Simply Divine is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Voila! 245-4DBΔE 3.33 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Plum-med Peony 346-4DBΔE 3.57 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Birthday Wishes 145-3DBΔE 4.19 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.