Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Thundercloud S520-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Brookside Blue (338-5DB), at ΔE 2.73 — very close.
Brookside Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.73 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 Brookside Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.73very close
- LRV
- 25Behr is 23
- Hex
- #708BA0#70869D in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Brookside Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Blue Jay Blue 239-5DBΔE 3.37 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Lustrous Blue 339-5DBΔE 3.39 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Americana 238-5DBΔE 3.42 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.