Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sled 750F-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Gravity (435-7DB), at ΔE 2.09 — very close.
Gravity is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.09 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 Gravity really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.09very close
- LRV
- 9Behr is 8
- Hex
- #51565B#4C5055 in Behr
The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Gravity is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Onyx Shade 433-7DBΔE 2.21 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Anchored Blue 434-7DBΔE 2.73 · very close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Dark and Stormy 436-7DBΔE 2.99 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.