Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Winter Rye ECC-48-1
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Promenade Gray (422-4DB), at ΔE 2.26 — very close.
Promenade Gray is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.26 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 Promenade Gray really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.26very close
- LRV
- 41Behr is 40
- Hex
- #B0AB9C#AAA99D in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Promenade Gray is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Shale Ridge 421-3DBΔE 2.89 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Woodsy Gray 425-3DBΔE 3.17 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Greywood 423-3DBΔE 3.34 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.