Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Ripe Wheat 310E-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Muslin Cloth (315-3DB), at ΔE 2.17 — very close.
Muslin Cloth is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.17 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 Muslin Cloth really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.17very close
- LRV
- 54Behr is 58
- Hex
- #DCBD92#E3C494 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Muslin Cloth is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Toasted Yellow 113-3DBΔE 2.33 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- Urchin Shell 220-3DBΔE 2.42 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Winsome Ecru 220-4DBΔE 2.54 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.