Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sweet Petal 660C-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Lovely Lauren (144-4DB), at ΔE 2.73 — very close.
Lovely Lauren is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.73 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 Lovely Lauren really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.73very close
- LRV
- 55Behr is 52
- Hex
- #CBBFDA#CBBAD0 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Lovely Lauren is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Thistled 245-3DBΔE 3.16 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Candied Purple 143-3DBΔE 3.70 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Sleepy Purple 144-3DBΔE 3.99 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.0 points higher.