Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Spirit Whisper 420A-2
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Socially Lime (125-2DB), at ΔE 2.50 — very close.
Socially Lime is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.50 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 Socially Lime really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.50very close
- LRV
- 77Behr is 81
- Hex
- #E1E8B2#E3EEBF in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Socially Lime is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Dainty Lime 126-3DBΔE 3.54 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Cooled Citrus 126-4DBΔE 4.28 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Milky Green 126-2DBΔE 4.54 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Spirit Whisper 420A-2 matched across all 13 brands →