Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Stratus T16-13
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Illusionary (340-5DB), at ΔE 3.48 — very close.
Illusionary is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.48 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 Illusionary really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.48very close
- LRV
- 26Behr is 28
- Hex
- #808B9E#8193AA in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Illusionary is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Purplelicious 241-4DBΔE 3.80 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Americana 238-5DBΔE 4.81 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Brookside Blue 338-5DBΔE 4.98 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.