Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Slate Gray 6695
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Relaxed Gray (437-4DB), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
Relaxed Gray is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 Relaxed Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 25Behr is 24
- Hex
- #898885#838684 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Relaxed Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Alloy Gray 436-5DBΔE 2.70 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Refined Gray 435-5DBΔE 3.23 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Promising Gray 439-4DBΔE 4.78 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.