Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Rain Storm 530F-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Tailored Blue (431-6DB), at ΔE 2.26 — very close.
Tailored Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.26 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 Tailored Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.26very close
- LRV
- 8Behr is 9
- Hex
- #405560#3E5964 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Tailored Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sailing Suzy 336-6DBΔE 2.95 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Shaded Blue 335-6DBΔE 3.39 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Stormed Blue 334-6DBΔE 3.52 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.