Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Unplugged T18-11
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Charred (440-7DB), at ΔE 2.56 — very close.
Charred is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.56 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 Charred really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.56very close
- LRV
- 7Behr is 7
- Hex
- #514A41#4B4840 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Charred is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Charcoal Brick 405-7DBΔE 3.08 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Blackened Kettle 439-7DBΔE 3.12 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
- Woods Hole 423-7DBΔE 3.13 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.