Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Pistachio MQ4-42
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Praying Mantis (223-4DB), at ΔE 2.70 — very close.
Praying Mantis is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.70 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 Praying Mantis really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.70very close
- LRV
- 47Behr is 42
- Hex
- #C3B873#BCAF65 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Praying Mantis is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Fried Pickle 224-4DBΔE 4.35 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Citrus Zest 120-5DBΔE 4.64 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- Palmed Green 225-3DBΔE 5.65 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points higher.