Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Shipyard S500-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Star Gazing (238-6DB), at ΔE 2.80 — very close.
Star Gazing is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.80 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 Star Gazing really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.80very close
- LRV
- 14Behr is 15
- Hex
- #506B84#4F6F85 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Star Gazing is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Ahoy Blue 336-5DBΔE 2.86 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Rain Shower Blue 236-6DBΔE 3.19 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Flint Stone 433-5DBΔE 4.03 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted.