Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Porcelain Blue PMD-83
The closest Dutch Boy colour is North Haven (334-4DB), at ΔE 2.36 — very close.
North Haven is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.36 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 North Haven really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.36very close
- LRV
- 39Behr is 38
- Hex
- #84AEB7#80AEBD in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if North Haven is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Nautic Blue 236-4DBΔE 2.64 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Skippered Blue 235-5DBΔE 2.88 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Master Matt 335-4DBΔE 4.06 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Porcelain Blue PMD-83 matched across all 13 brands →