Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Winter Wheat PMD-50
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Mitered Edge (216-4DB), at ΔE 2.31 — very close.
Mitered Edge is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.31 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 Mitered Edge really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.31very close
- LRV
- 35Behr is 38
- Hex
- #B79B77#BDA178 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Mitered Edge is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Cork Bark 217-4DBΔE 2.34 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Corked Tan 320-4DBΔE 2.63 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Cork Board 318-5DBΔE 2.83 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.