Behr → Farrow & Ball
Farrow & Ball equivalent of Behr Yam 290B-7
The closest Farrow & Ball colour is Dutch Orange (Dutch Orange), at ΔE 4.66 — close.
Dutch Orange is the closest Farrow & Ball makes, but at ΔE 4.66 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 Farrow & Ball
Most people comparing Behr to Farrow & Ball 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 Dutch Orange really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.66close
- LRV
- 42.03Behr is 40
- Hex
- #E69F43#F0941B in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points higher.
Other Farrow & Ball options
Worth knowing if Dutch Orange is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Orangery No.70ΔE 11.12 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.2 points higher.
- India Yellow No.66ΔE 11.93 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
- Cane No.53ΔE 12.77 · different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.