Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Timber Brown N140-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Ashen (447-6DB), at ΔE 2.15 — very close.
Ashen is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.15 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 Ashen really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.15very close
- LRV
- 11Behr is 10
- Hex
- #655C58#605652 in Behr
The candidate is lighter. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Ashen is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Deeply Brown 406-6DBΔE 3.74 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Sea Grape 403-6DBΔE 4.76 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Softened Coal 438-5DBΔE 4.78 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.