Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Speedboat M490-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Earth's Harmony (237-5DB), at ΔE 2.51 — very close.
Earth's Harmony is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.51 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 Earth's Harmony really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.51very close
- LRV
- 46Behr is 48
- Hex
- #8EBCD7#90BFD4 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Earth's Harmony is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Skippered Blue 235-5DBΔE 2.54 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- Twinkle 138-5DBΔE 3.32 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- School's Out 234-5DBΔE 3.51 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.