Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Striking P480-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Oasis Green (232-7DB), at ΔE 3.13 — very close.
Oasis Green is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.13 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 Oasis Green really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.13very close
- LRV
- 11Behr is 11
- Hex
- #236370#00667B in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Oasis Green is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Deep Marine 134-7DBΔE 5.39 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Petrol Blue 234-7DBΔE 5.58 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Ribbon Blue 237-7DBΔE 6.57 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.