Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Valley Hills 710F-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Relaxed Gray (437-4DB), at ΔE 4.56 — close.
Relaxed Gray is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.56 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 Relaxed Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.56close
- LRV
- 25Behr is 25
- Hex
- #898885#848A83 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Relaxed Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cattails 427-5DBΔE 5.00 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- Alloy Gray 436-5DBΔE 5.16 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Grayed Foundry 426-6DBΔE 5.28 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.