Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Tree Fern 460D-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Jade Lite (128-5DB), at ΔE 3.12 — very close.
Jade Lite is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.12 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 Jade Lite really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.12very close
- LRV
- 42Behr is 39
- Hex
- #83BB85#7FB489 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Jade Lite is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Crisped Green 229-4DBΔE 3.78 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Minted Julep 129-4DBΔE 4.51 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 7.0 points higher.
- Botanic Green 229-5DBΔE 4.67 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points lower.