Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Violet Aura M550-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Purple Dreams (142-5DB), at ΔE 2.94 — very close.
Purple Dreams is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.94 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 Purple Dreams really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.94very close
- LRV
- 30Behr is 27
- Hex
- #9091BB#8A8BAE in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Purple Dreams is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Come Catch Me 243-4DBΔE 4.92 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Aster Eve 242-4DBΔE 5.12 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Fanciful Violet 142-6DBΔE 5.23 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.