Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Spiced Mustard S300-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Petit Shallot (217-5DB), at ΔE 2.33 — very close.
Petit Shallot is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.33 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 Petit Shallot really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.33very close
- LRV
- 32Behr is 33
- Hex
- #B5946B#B99563 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Petit Shallot is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- High Plains 316-4DBΔE 2.40 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Bisqued Neutral 315-5DBΔE 2.93 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Sahara Sands 315-4DBΔE 3.40 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Spiced Mustard S300-5 matched across all 13 brands →