Benjamin Moore → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Benjamin Moore Victoriana 1263
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Allegory (401-2DB), at ΔE 3.10 — very close.
Allegory is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.10 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 Benjamin Moore and Dutch Boy
Most people comparing Benjamin Moore 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 Allegory really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.10very close
- LRV
- 46Benjamin Moore is 48.47
- Hex
- #C9B0AB#D2B4B3 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Allegory is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Spring Blossoms 302-3DBΔE 3.40 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.5 points higher.
- Mauv-elous 347-3DBΔE 3.88 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
- Dusky Trail 407-2DBΔE 3.95 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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