Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Wild Wheat PMD-96
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Peachy Ponderosa (211-4DB), at ΔE 3.96 — close.
Peachy Ponderosa is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.96 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 Peachy Ponderosa really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.96close
- LRV
- 58Behr is 54
- Hex
- #F4BF77#E4BC74 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Peachy Ponderosa is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Winsome Ecru 220-4DBΔE 4.08 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Sweet Bee 115-4DBΔE 4.09 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 9.0 points higher.
- Quilted Gold 219-4DBΔE 4.23 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.