Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Voodoo S570-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Smoky Purple (343-7DB), at ΔE 2.54 — very close.
Smoky Purple is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.54 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 Smoky Purple really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.54very close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 11
- Hex
- #5D5962#5E5967 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Smoky Purple is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Pleasing Purple 344-6DBΔE 4.49 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Sliced Eggplant 345-6DBΔE 4.64 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Thunderous Gray 444-6DBΔE 5.25 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted.