Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Warm Comfort 190F-4
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Mystic Mauve (407-4DB), at ΔE 2.53 — very close.
Mystic Mauve is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.53 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 Mystic Mauve really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.53very close
- LRV
- 26Behr is 29
- Hex
- #AB837A#B38A82 in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Mystic Mauve is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Amber Wood 409-4DBΔE 3.87 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Davenport 408-4DBΔE 4.49 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Driscoll Pink 302-4DBΔE 5.40 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.