Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sun Valley P370-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Palmetto Palm (225-5DB), at ΔE 4.66 — close.
Palmetto Palm is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.66 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 Palmetto Palm really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.66close
- LRV
- 22Behr is 20
- Hex
- #7A8833#698538 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Palmetto Palm is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Yellowed Green 225-6DBΔE 5.64 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Fieldhouse Green 228-5DBΔE 7.19 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Acadian Green 226-6DBΔE 7.49 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.