Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sanderling S220-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Goose Island (408-3DB), at ΔE 2.21 — very close.
Goose Island is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.21 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 Goose Island really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.21very close
- LRV
- 44Behr is 44
- Hex
- #C8AB9B#C8AB96 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Goose Island is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- 10 Gallon Hat 413-3DBΔE 2.81 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Ball of Twine 412-3DBΔE 2.89 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Sanded Grout 412-4DBΔE 2.94 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.