Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Tropical Hibiscus M130-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Artesian Plum (201-6DB), at ΔE 4.70 — close.
Artesian Plum is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.70 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 Artesian Plum really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.70close
- LRV
- 14Behr is 17
- Hex
- #A05169#9C6071 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Artesian Plum is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Balsamic Berries 247-6DBΔE 4.87 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Smoked Rose 302-5DBΔE 5.58 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Purple Beech 347-6DBΔE 5.78 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tropical Hibiscus M130-6 matched across all 13 brands →