Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Syrup MQ2-02
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Sweetened Tea (314-5DB), at ΔE 2.64 — very close.
Sweetened Tea is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.64 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 Sweetened Tea really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.64very close
- LRV
- 30Behr is 28
- Hex
- #BA8C64#B18867 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 Sweetened Tea is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Toned Honey 214-6DBΔE 3.06 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Vintage Brass 313-5DBΔE 3.11 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Bisqued Neutral 315-5DBΔE 4.09 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.