Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Veiled Chameleon BIC-40
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Jade Lite (128-5DB), at ΔE 4.19 — close.
Jade Lite is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.19 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 Jade Lite really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.19close
- LRV
- 42Behr is 40
- Hex
- #83BB85#80B690 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Jade Lite is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Crisped Green 229-4DBΔE 4.53 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Minted Julep 129-4DBΔE 4.61 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- Botanic Green 229-5DBΔE 5.54 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Veiled Chameleon BIC-40 matched across all 13 brands →