Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Vintage 630F-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Magic Cape (243-5DB), at ΔE 3.09 — very close.
Magic Cape is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.09 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 Magic Cape really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.09very close
- LRV
- 21Behr is 19
- Hex
- #7A7B98#76778D in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Magic Cape is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Authentic 342-5DBΔE 3.36 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Magical Purple 344-4DBΔE 3.69 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Charismatic 241-5DBΔE 4.27 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.