Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sparrow 780F-4
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Zippered Gray (435-3DB), at ΔE 3.27 — very close.
Zippered Gray is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.27 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 Zippered Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.27very close
- LRV
- 44Behr is 44
- Hex
- #ADB2B5#B1B0AF in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Zippered Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Gracious Gray 444-2DBΔE 3.28 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Fair-Minded Gray 438-3DBΔE 3.34 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Ironed Gray 436-4DBΔE 3.54 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.