Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Stone Hearth 790B-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Ashen (447-6DB), at ΔE 2.98 — very close.
Ashen is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.98 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 Ashen really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.98very close
- LRV
- 11Behr is 9
- Hex
- #655C58#5C5450 in Behr
The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Ashen is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Orchid Black 443-7DBΔE 4.14 · close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Blackened Kettle 439-7DBΔE 4.52 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Deeply Brown 406-6DBΔE 4.52 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.