Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Unimaginable P560-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Fanciful Violet (142-6DB), at ΔE 5.32 — noticeably different.
Dutch Boy does not make this colour. Fanciful Violet is the closest option at ΔE 5.32, which is a visibly different colour. If the match matters, have Dutch Boy custom-tint to the Behr formula instead of substituting.
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 Fanciful Violet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 5.32noticeably different
- LRV
- 22Behr is 24
- Hex
- #7B7FAC#8C7EB9 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Fanciful Violet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cheerful Crocus 143-6DBΔE 5.70 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Purple Dreams 142-5DBΔE 7.05 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- Jacob's Ladder 144-6DBΔE 7.49 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.