Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Tandoori Spice PMD-81
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Saddle Stitch (409-5DB), at ΔE 2.48 — very close.
Saddle Stitch is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.48 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 Saddle Stitch really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.48very close
- LRV
- 23Behr is 23
- Hex
- #AC7668#AF746B in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Saddle Stitch is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Aged Clay 305-5DBΔE 2.72 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Rose Splendor 304-4DBΔE 3.46 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Smoked Copper 306-5DBΔE 4.09 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tandoori Spice PMD-81 matched across all 13 brands →