Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sugar Maple S230-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Ginger Nut (410-4DB), at ΔE 2.55 — very close.
Ginger Nut is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.55 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 Ginger Nut really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.55very close
- LRV
- 34Behr is 31
- Hex
- #C19479#B99072 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Ginger Nut is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sweetened Tea 314-5DBΔE 3.21 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Bisqued Neutral 315-5DBΔE 4.75 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Oakbluff 413-4DBΔE 5.25 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.