Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Wishing Troll T11-17
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Algae Bloom (221-6DB), at ΔE 2.43 — very close.
Algae Bloom is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.43 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 Algae Bloom really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.43very close
- LRV
- 23Behr is 24
- Hex
- #9C7F41#9A834B in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Algae Bloom is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Swamp Grass 322-5DBΔE 3.22 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
- Sliver of Agate 220-6DBΔE 3.75 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Fiddlehead Fern 221-7DBΔE 4.33 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Wishing Troll T11-17 matched across all 13 brands →