Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Yucatan P490-5
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Surf's Up! (136-6DB), at ΔE 2.97 — very close.
Surf's Up! is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 2.97 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 Surf's Up! really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.97very close
- LRV
- 26Behr is 29
- Hex
- #1597B9#00A0C6 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 3.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Surf's Up! is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Perfect Puddle 136-5DBΔE 3.83 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.0 points higher.
- Today's Catch 135-6DBΔE 4.04 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.0 points lower.
- Ship Shape Blue 137-6DBΔE 4.87 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points lower.