Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Thai Teal M460-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is The Big Blue (133-7DB), at ΔE 2.94 — very close.
The Big Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.94 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 The Big Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.94very close
- LRV
- 16Behr is 19
- Hex
- #01828A#2E8689 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if The Big Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Viridian 231-6DBΔE 4.06 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Love of Green 232-5DBΔE 4.89 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Adequate Aqua 231-5DBΔE 6.77 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.