Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Root Beer 240F-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Pinecone Brown (313-7DB), at ΔE 3.78 — close.
Pinecone Brown is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.78 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 Pinecone Brown really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.78close
- LRV
- 8Behr is 10
- Hex
- #6F4733#775240 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Pinecone Brown is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Java Bean 412-7DBΔE 4.29 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Buckeye Nut 410-7DBΔE 5.50 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Olde Metal 414-7DBΔE 6.29 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.