Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Wickford Bay 590D-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Star Gazing (238-6DB), at ΔE 3.37 — very close.
Star Gazing is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.37 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 Star Gazing really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.37very close
- LRV
- 14Behr is 14
- Hex
- #506B84#4F6C8F in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Star Gazing is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Stars & Stripes 239-6DBΔE 3.40 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Dashing Blue 339-6DBΔE 3.47 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
- Sapphire Waters 139-6DBΔE 3.62 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.