Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Young Green P390-4
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Sweetened Green (127-4DB), at ΔE 3.90 — close.
Sweetened Green is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.90 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 Sweetened Green really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.90close
- LRV
- 52Behr is 56
- Hex
- #9ACD86#97D499 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Sweetened Green is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Lil' Monster 126-5DBΔE 4.43 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points higher.
- Minted Julep 129-4DBΔE 4.81 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.0 points lower.
- Kiss of Mint 129-3DBΔE 5.70 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.