Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Silken Pine N430-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Sprucey (429-6DB), at ΔE 2.97 — very close.
Sprucey is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.97 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 Sprucey really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.97very close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 10
- Hex
- #4A5D5F#495D5A in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Sprucey is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Minnesota Pines 328-7DBΔE 4.77 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Mertie Kay 425-7DBΔE 5.59 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Shaded Forest 427-7DBΔE 5.82 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.