Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Teal Forest 510F-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Sprucey (429-6DB), at ΔE 2.93 — very close.
Sprucey is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.93 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 Sprucey really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.93very close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 9
- Hex
- #4A5D5F#405B5D in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Sprucey is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Stormed Blue 334-6DBΔE 4.25 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Jungled Green 332-7DBΔE 4.83 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Petrol Blue 234-7DBΔE 5.87 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift.