Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Suntan Glow 230F-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Ginger Nut (410-4DB), at ΔE 2.99 — very close.
Ginger Nut is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.99 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)
- 2.99very close
- LRV
- 34Behr is 31
- Hex
- #C19479#BE8C74 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, 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.
- Zesty Ginger 308-5DBΔE 3.57 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Amber Wood 409-4DBΔE 3.70 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Davenport 408-4DBΔE 4.01 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.