Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Turmeric M290-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Ambered Maize (218-7DB), at ΔE 3.14 — very close.
Ambered Maize is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.14 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 Ambered Maize really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.14very close
- LRV
- 30Behr is 31
- Hex
- #C48919#C08F34 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Ambered Maize is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Mystic Yellow 219-7DBΔE 3.50 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Plank Road 319-6DBΔE 3.59 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Squashed 115-7DBΔE 4.83 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.