Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Zen PPU11-14
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Emerald Tint (330-3DB), at ΔE 3.08 — very close.
Emerald Tint is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.08 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 Emerald Tint really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.08very close
- LRV
- 50Behr is 47
- Hex
- #A9C1B7#AABAAF 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 Emerald Tint is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Rainwash 331-3DBΔE 3.15 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.0 points higher.
- Silvered Sage 427-3DBΔE 3.25 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.0 points higher.
- Silvered Teal 427-4DBΔE 3.44 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.