Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Veranda Charm PPF-36
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Elegant Gray (429-3DB), at ΔE 2.52 — very close.
Elegant Gray is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.52 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 Elegant Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.52very close
- LRV
- 46Behr is 42
- Hex
- #A8B8B7#9EB1AF in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Elegant Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Silvered Teal 427-4DBΔE 2.68 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Grayed Aqua 428-4DBΔE 3.23 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Explore The Shore 426-5DBΔE 3.42 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Veranda Charm PPF-36 matched across all 13 brands →