Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Poseidon S480-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Ahoy Blue (336-5DB), at ΔE 2.29 — very close.
Ahoy Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.29 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 Ahoy Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.29very close
- LRV
- 15Behr is 14
- Hex
- #4A7184#466C7C in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Ahoy Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Rain Shower Blue 236-6DBΔE 2.29 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Grayed Navy 431-5DBΔE 3.95 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Shaded Blue 335-6DBΔE 4.08 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.