Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Poncho S240-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Sweetened Tea (314-5DB), at ΔE 3.76 — close.
Sweetened Tea is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.76 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 Sweetened Tea really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.76close
- LRV
- 30Behr is 31
- Hex
- #BA8C64#B49073 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Sweetened Tea is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Oakbluff 413-4DBΔE 3.81 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Ginger Nut 410-4DBΔE 3.82 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Bisqued Neutral 315-5DBΔE 4.21 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.