Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Stealth Jet 780F-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Blackened Kettle (439-7DB), at ΔE 2.36 — very close.
Blackened Kettle is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.36 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 Blackened Kettle really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.36very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 6
- Hex
- #4F4842#4B4844 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Blackened Kettle is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Charcoal Brick 405-7DBΔE 2.65 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Orchid Black 443-7DBΔE 3.03 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Cauldron 437-7DBΔE 3.14 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.