Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Slate Pebble 780B-4
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Just Barely (402-3DB), at ΔE 2.35 — very close.
Just Barely is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.35 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 Just Barely really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.35very close
- LRV
- 38Behr is 39
- Hex
- #B4A39E#B2A59E in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Just Barely is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Claystone 403-3DBΔE 2.86 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Iron Clawfoot 447-3DBΔE 2.92 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Silver Plated 445-2DBΔE 2.94 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.