Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Renoir Bisque PPU4-14
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Sweet Parsnip (216-2DB), at ΔE 2.32 — very close.
Sweet Parsnip is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.32 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 Sweet Parsnip really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.32very close
- LRV
- 56Behr is 54
- Hex
- #D9C19F#DABE9F in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Sweet Parsnip is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Barclay Beige 316-2DBΔE 2.53 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Melodious Ivory 313-2DBΔE 3.02 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 8.0 points higher.
- Rustic Peach 311-2DBΔE 3.07 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Renoir Bisque PPU4-14 matched across all 13 brands →