Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Star Spangled 590D-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Rich Cobalt (139-7DB), at ΔE 4.19 — close.
Rich Cobalt is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.19 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 Rich Cobalt really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.19close
- LRV
- 8Behr is 9
- Hex
- #225288#3A5779 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Rich Cobalt is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Skafi Isle 239-7DBΔE 4.31 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Inkstain 238-7DBΔE 4.94 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Midnight Bliss 338-6DBΔE 5.50 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Star Spangled 590D-7 matched across all 13 brands →