Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Willow Wood ECC-41-2
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Orchid Black (443-7DB), at ΔE 2.84 — very close.
Orchid Black is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.84 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 Orchid Black really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.84very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 8
- Hex
- #504844#58504D in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Orchid Black is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Blackened Kettle 439-7DBΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Ashen 447-6DBΔE 4.35 · close · The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Charred 440-7DBΔE 4.46 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Willow Wood ECC-41-2 matched across all 13 brands →