Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Shadow Blue N480-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Fogged In (433-3DB), at ΔE 2.04 — very close.
Fogged In is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.04 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 Fogged In really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.04very close
- LRV
- 41Behr is 45
- Hex
- #A0AEB7#A6B5BD in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Fogged In is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Tempest Wind 431-2DBΔE 2.14 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Stonewash Blue 432-3DBΔE 2.16 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Valor 337-3DBΔE 2.34 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated.