Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Tahoe Blue PPU13-09
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Splishy Splash (335-3DB), at ΔE 2.67 — very close.
Splishy Splash is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.67 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 Splishy Splash really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.67very close
- LRV
- 50Behr is 45
- Hex
- #A0C1C9#94B8C1 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Splishy Splash is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Master Matt 335-4DBΔE 3.17 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points lower.
- North Haven 334-4DBΔE 3.49 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- Skippered Blue 235-5DBΔE 3.91 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.