Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Shiitake N220-4
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Gray Stone (406-4DB), at ΔE 2.05 — very close.
Gray Stone is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.05 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 Gray Stone really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.05very close
- LRV
- 34Behr is 32
- Hex
- #A99B90#A5988A in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Gray Stone is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Mission Brown 405-4DBΔE 2.07 · very close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Iron Clawfoot 447-3DBΔE 2.58 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Breakwall 405-3DBΔE 2.77 · very close · The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.