Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Underground N200-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Deeply Brown (406-6DB), at ΔE 2.27 — very close.
Deeply Brown is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.27 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 Deeply Brown really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.27very close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 11
- Hex
- #66564C#665A51 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 Deeply Brown is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Thundering 405-6DBΔE 2.46 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Ashen 447-6DBΔE 2.84 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Eagles Feathers 442-6DBΔE 3.81 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.