Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Soapstone MQ4-14
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Willow Lane (230-6DB), at ΔE 3.71 — close.
Willow Lane is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.71 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 Willow Lane really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.71close
- LRV
- 16Behr is 14
- Hex
- #347D65#11785B in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Willow Lane is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Simply Green 130-7DBΔE 4.22 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- 4 Leaf Clover 129-7DBΔE 7.73 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Mulligan 228-6DBΔE 8.11 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.