Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Spanish Chestnut N160-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Java Bean (412-7DB), at ΔE 4.29 — close.
Java Bean is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.29 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 Java Bean really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.29close
- LRV
- 12Behr is 13
- Hex
- #785B47#7F5F52 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Java Bean is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Aged Bark 411-6DBΔE 4.58 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Gridlock 404-6DBΔE 5.04 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Archwood 404-5DBΔE 5.17 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Spanish Chestnut N160-6 matched across all 13 brands →