Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Romantic Isle 590D-4
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Grayed Cobalt (239-4DB), at ΔE 2.68 — very close.
Grayed Cobalt is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.68 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 Grayed Cobalt really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.68very close
- LRV
- 38Behr is 37
- Hex
- #8EA9C2#8BA6C6 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 Grayed Cobalt is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Provencal Blue 139-4DBΔE 4.03 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- On Cloud Nine 140-4DBΔE 4.09 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Wisteria Blossom 241-3DBΔE 4.18 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Romantic Isle 590D-4 matched across all 13 brands →