Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Summer Moon PPL-68
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Warm Sunlight (118-2DB), at ΔE 2.28 — very close.
Warm Sunlight is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.28 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 Warm Sunlight really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.28very close
- LRV
- 82Behr is 86
- Hex
- #F4E9CE#FDEDCF in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Warm Sunlight is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bedouin Sands 318-1DBΔE 2.48 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Sparkle & Shine 113-1DBΔE 2.62 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Almond Butter 213-1DBΔE 2.64 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.