Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Tree Bark 750B-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Gridlock (404-6DB), at ΔE 2.33 — very close.
Gridlock is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.33 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 Gridlock really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.33very close
- LRV
- 14Behr is 12
- Hex
- #78635E#715E58 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Gridlock is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sea Grape 403-6DBΔE 3.15 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Archwood 404-5DBΔE 4.00 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Deeply Brown 406-6DBΔE 4.39 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.