Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Wilmington Tan 270F-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Petit Shallot (217-5DB), at ΔE 2.50 — very close.
Petit Shallot is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.50 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 Petit Shallot really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.50very close
- LRV
- 32Behr is 34
- Hex
- #B5946B#BD9872 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Petit Shallot is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Sahara Sands 315-4DBΔE 2.66 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Mitered Edge 216-4DBΔE 3.01 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- High Plains 316-4DBΔE 3.11 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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