Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Stiletto T11-2
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Anchored Blue (434-7DB), at ΔE 3.36 — very close.
Anchored Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.36 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 Anchored Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.36very close
- LRV
- 6Behr is 6
- Hex
- #44484D#424752 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Anchored Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Navigation 432-7DBΔE 4.66 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Plume Purple 341-7DBΔE 4.81 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Grandeur Blue 431-7DBΔE 4.97 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.