Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Star Dust 390A-1
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Split Banana (118-1DB), at ΔE 2.11 — very close.
Split Banana is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.11 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 Split Banana really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.11very close
- LRV
- 86Behr is 90
- Hex
- #F4EEDD#F9F3DD in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Split Banana is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Little Star 116-1DBΔE 2.60 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
- Pithed Lemon 122-1DBΔE 2.60 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.
- Sun Hat 220-1DBΔE 2.72 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.