Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Ponder 160F-4
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Amber Wood (409-4DB), at ΔE 3.66 — close.
Amber Wood is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.66 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 Amber Wood really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.66close
- LRV
- 33Behr is 31
- Hex
- #C08F80#B88F88 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Amber Wood is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Driscoll Pink 302-4DBΔE 4.13 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Mystic Mauve 407-4DBΔE 4.22 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Davenport 408-4DBΔE 4.38 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.