Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Thyme Green 420D-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Palmetto Palm (225-5DB), at ΔE 4.79 — close.
Palmetto Palm is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.79 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 Palmetto Palm really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.79close
- LRV
- 22Behr is 23
- Hex
- #7A8833#728C46 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Palmetto Palm is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Fieldhouse Green 228-5DBΔE 5.35 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Wild Thyme 227-4DBΔE 5.74 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Dill Delight 226-5DBΔE 6.94 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.