Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Raindance QE-53
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Mapped Blue (429-5DB), at ΔE 2.03 — very close.
Mapped Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.03 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 Mapped Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.03very close
- LRV
- 27Behr is 28
- Hex
- #7A9192#819392 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Mapped Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Grayed Foundry 426-6DBΔE 2.18 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Cattails 427-5DBΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Life's Whirlwind 428-5DBΔE 3.98 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.