Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Toile Blue P520-3
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Twinkle (138-5DB), at ΔE 2.96 — very close.
Twinkle is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.96 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 Twinkle really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.96very close
- LRV
- 49Behr is 49
- Hex
- #8DC0DF#94BEE1 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Twinkle is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Earth's Harmony 237-5DBΔE 3.44 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Provencal Blue 139-4DBΔE 3.48 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.
- On Cloud Nine 140-4DBΔE 4.41 · close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 9.0 points lower.