Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Toffee Tart M250-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Bar of Gold (213-6DB), at ΔE 2.34 — very close.
Bar of Gold is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.34 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 Bar of Gold really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.34very close
- LRV
- 31Behr is 30
- Hex
- #C88A47#C08950 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Bar of Gold is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Tamed Lyon 215-6DBΔE 2.74 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Toned Honey 214-6DBΔE 4.21 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Sweetened Tea 314-5DBΔE 4.25 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.