Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Violet Vixen MQ5-41
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Gemmed (244-6DB), at ΔE 2.95 — very close.
Gemmed is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.95 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 Gemmed really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.95very close
- LRV
- 13Behr is 16
- Hex
- #6C6183#75688B in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Gemmed is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sweet Pansies 244-5DBΔE 4.70 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Pom Pom Purple 245-6DBΔE 4.84 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Violaceous 344-5DBΔE 5.53 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.