Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Teatime PPU4-06
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Mitered Edge (216-4DB), at ΔE 2.96 — very close.
Mitered Edge is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.96 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 Mitered Edge really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.96very close
- LRV
- 35Behr is 36
- Hex
- #B79B77#BE9B79 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Mitered Edge is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sahara Sands 315-4DBΔE 3.40 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Rustic Rye 314-4DBΔE 3.50 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- Petit Shallot 217-5DBΔE 3.57 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.