Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Uptown Girl MQ5-33
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Pouty Purple (345-4DB), at ΔE 3.65 — close.
Pouty Purple is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.65 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 Pouty Purple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.65close
- LRV
- 30Behr is 31
- Hex
- #9F90A0#A791A8 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Pouty Purple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Rosy Purple 244-3DBΔE 3.74 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Spiny Urchin 245-5DBΔE 4.93 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Simply Divine 144-5DBΔE 5.13 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.