Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Venom P340-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Espanade (123-7DB), at ΔE 2.75 — very close.
Espanade is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.75 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 Espanade really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.75very close
- LRV
- 40Behr is 35
- Hex
- #B0AE26#A9A52A in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Espanade is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Chalky Quince 222-6DBΔE 5.54 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
- Glib Green 225-4DBΔE 5.63 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Hidden Green 222-5DBΔE 6.14 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.0 points higher.