Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Soft Lace W-B-110
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Simplified White (020W), at ΔE 2.48 — very close.
Simplified White is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.48 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 Simplified White really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.48very close
- LRV
- 86Behr is 86
- Hex
- #F1EEE6#F5EDE5 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Simplified White is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Birched White 004WΔE 2.61 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Pristine Pearl 021WΔE 2.72 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Creamed Vanilla 018WΔE 2.82 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.