ComparisonComparisonDutch Boy VS-9805 and Valspar 3011-7, ΔE 7.88 apart
Dutch Boy Caramel (VS-9805) and Valspar Sienna Red (3011-7) measure a delta-E of 7.88 apart. Sienna Red is 2.7 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Caramel holds more color, chroma 37.9 against 33.7, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Caramel depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 11.3 rather than matching by name.
Dutch Boy Caramel and Valspar Sienna Red are delta-E 7.88 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Dutch Boy Caramel and Valspar Sienna Red is delta-E 7.88.
Valspar Sienna Red is lighter than Dutch Boy Caramel by 2.7 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Dutch Boy Caramel carries more color than Valspar Sienna Red - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Caramel | Sienna Red | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Dutch Boy | Valspar |
| Code | VS-9805 | 3011-7 |
| Hex | #875228 | #945B3D |
| Light reflectance | 11.3 | 14.0 |
| Undertone | orange | orange |
| Chroma | 37.9 | 33.7 |
| Hue angle | 61.4° | 53.1° |
| Color family | orange | orange |