Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Windsurf PPU14-09
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Whiskful (432-4DB), at ΔE 2.17 — very close.
Whiskful is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.17 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 Whiskful really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.17very close
- LRV
- 37Behr is 38
- Hex
- #93A8B1#91AAB8 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Whiskful is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Jazz Blue 336-4DBΔE 2.46 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.
- Seabrook 338-4DBΔE 3.04 · very close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Master Matt 335-4DBΔE 3.24 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.