Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Youth Blush P170-1
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Tufted Pink (203-1DB), at ΔE 3.09 — very close.
Tufted Pink is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.09 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 Tufted Pink really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.09very close
- LRV
- 69Behr is 70
- Hex
- #EDD3D2#F5D1CF in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Tufted Pink is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Chipped Teacup 303-2DBΔE 3.25 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- Pink Vista 203-2DBΔE 3.76 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- Salmon Tint 205-2DBΔE 3.77 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.