Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Surfer 510D-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Wet Surfboard (233-5DB), at ΔE 3.13 — very close.
Wet Surfboard 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 Wet Surfboard really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.13very close
- LRV
- 41Behr is 41
- Hex
- #6BB7C1#70B8BA in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Wet Surfboard is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Robins Egg 133-5DBΔE 3.38 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Emilee's Smile 134-5DBΔE 4.52 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Greek Siren 132-5DBΔE 4.61 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.