Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Rodeo Tan N240-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Oarsman (412-5DB), at ΔE 2.82 — very close.
Oarsman is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.82 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 Oarsman really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.82very close
- LRV
- 30Behr is 28
- Hex
- #A9907F#A78B74 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Oarsman is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Oakbluff 413-4DBΔE 3.12 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Timber 411-4DBΔE 3.97 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Brown Trout 414-5DBΔE 4.40 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.