Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Very Navy M500-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Midnight Bliss (338-6DB), at ΔE 2.87 — very close.
Midnight Bliss is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.87 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 Midnight Bliss really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.87very close
- LRV
- 8Behr is 6
- Hex
- #3E5063#3A4859 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 Midnight Bliss is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Inkstain 238-7DBΔE 3.56 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Beyond The Stars 339-7DBΔE 3.72 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Ocean's Depth 337-7DBΔE 3.78 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.