Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sage Green ICC-77
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Sweetbrier (425-5DB), at ΔE 2.29 — very close.
Sweetbrier is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.29 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 Sweetbrier really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.29very close
- LRV
- 21Behr is 22
- Hex
- #7B8070#7B8472 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Sweetbrier is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Wild Basil 424-5DBΔE 3.48 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Balsam Sprig 325-4DBΔE 4.16 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Homegrown Sage 327-5DBΔE 4.17 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.