Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Silk Lining BWC-14
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Carnival Crème (111-1DB), at ΔE 2.00 — very close.
Carnival Crème is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.00 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 Carnival Crème really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.00very close
- LRV
- 86Behr is 88
- Hex
- #FBEDD9#FCEFE0 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Carnival Crème is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Light Hearted 110-1DBΔE 2.42 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Buttermilk Cream 010WΔE 2.79 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- White Linen 007WΔE 2.90 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.