Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr True Walnut BXC-73
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Elm Wood (411-5DB), at ΔE 2.02 — very close.
Elm Wood is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.02 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 Elm Wood really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.02very close
- LRV
- 20Behr is 21
- Hex
- #907865#967A67 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Elm Wood is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cowboy Boots 413-5DBΔE 2.74 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Twiggy Brown 412-6DBΔE 3.11 · very close · The candidate is darker. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Pelican Beak 406-5DBΔE 3.76 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.