Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Skysail Blue 580D-4
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Lovebird Blue (239-3DB), at ΔE 2.18 — very close.
Lovebird Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.18 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 Lovebird Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.18very close
- LRV
- 50Behr is 51
- Hex
- #ABBFD1#A7C0D8 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Lovebird Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Water Drop 238-3DBΔE 3.02 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Provencal Blue 139-4DBΔE 4.31 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
- Sky's the Limit 140-3DBΔE 4.62 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.0 points higher.