Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Second Pour M560-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Jacob's Ladder (144-6DB), at ΔE 2.49 — very close.
Jacob's Ladder is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.49 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 Jacob's Ladder really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.49very close
- LRV
- 23Behr is 22
- Hex
- #897D9D#887CA4 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Jacob's Ladder is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cheerful Crocus 143-6DBΔE 2.82 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Veronica Flower 244-4DBΔE 4.38 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Fanciful Violet 142-6DBΔE 5.63 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.