Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Wipeout 540D-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Estuary (235-6DB), at ΔE 4.36 — close.
Estuary is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 4.36 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 Estuary really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.36close
- LRV
- 22Behr is 19
- Hex
- #488AA3#3E8094 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Estuary is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Bay Harbor Blue 234-6DBΔE 5.88 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
- Welcome Aboard 137-7DBΔE 6.64 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
- Ahoy Blue 336-5DBΔE 6.73 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.