Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Warm Sun PPL-10
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Pithed Lemon (122-1DB), at ΔE 2.20 — very close.
Pithed Lemon is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.20 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 Pithed Lemon really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.20very close
- LRV
- 83Behr is 91
- Hex
- #F2ECD0#FAF6DB in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Pithed Lemon is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sun Hat 220-1DBΔE 3.22 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 9.0 points lower.
- Wine White 123-1DBΔE 3.61 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 13.0 points lower.
- Iced Lemonade 119-1DBΔE 3.67 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 11.0 points lower.