Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Riviera Paradise 530B-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Estuary (235-6DB), at ΔE 4.02 — close.
Estuary is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.02 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 Estuary really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.02close
- LRV
- 22Behr is 21
- Hex
- #488AA3#008BAB in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Estuary is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Surf's Up! 136-6DBΔE 4.21 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Coastal Way 236-5DBΔE 5.51 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Today's Catch 135-6DBΔE 5.69 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Riviera Paradise 530B-7 matched across all 13 brands →