Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Potting Soil N360-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Charred (440-7DB), at ΔE 2.53 — very close.
Charred is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.53 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 Charred really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.53very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 9
- Hex
- #514A41#595147 in Behr
The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Charred is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Deeply Rooted 421-7DBΔE 2.62 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Ironside 422-7DBΔE 3.35 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift.
- Furlough 421-6DBΔE 3.53 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.