Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Reef Blue S490-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Skippered Blue (235-5DB), at ΔE 2.23 — very close.
Skippered Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.23 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 Skippered Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.23very close
- LRV
- 43Behr is 47
- Hex
- #88B6C9#93BDCF in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Skippered Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Earth's Harmony 237-5DBΔE 3.14 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- School's Out 234-5DBΔE 3.47 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Nautic Blue 236-4DBΔE 3.70 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.