Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Vineyard 440D-7
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Zucchini Green (227-6DB), at ΔE 3.77 — close.
Zucchini Green is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.77 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 Zucchini Green really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.77close
- LRV
- 10Behr is 13
- Hex
- #42623C#506B44 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Zucchini Green is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Greened Grass 227-5DBΔE 3.78 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Snap Peas 326-6DBΔE 3.83 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Mulligan 228-6DBΔE 4.33 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.