Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Whip Lash P150-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Luscious Scarlet (105-7DB), at ΔE 2.23 — very close.
Luscious Scarlet is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.23 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 Luscious Scarlet really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.23very close
- LRV
- 16Behr is 17
- Hex
- #C04641#C74547 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Luscious Scarlet is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Poppied Red 106-7DBΔE 3.86 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Gingham Pink 106-6DBΔE 5.53 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Rose Flame 206-6DBΔE 5.59 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.