Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis86.3% Match SimilaritySave $97 / Gallon
Farrow & Ball De Nimes
vs Behr Blueprint
Looking for a cheap equivalent to De Nimes (No. 299)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Home Depot.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 3.34
Original (luxury)$145/gal
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball (No. 299)
HEX: #586973 โข LRV: 18
Budget Dupe (budget)$48/gal
Blueprint
Behr (S470-5)
HEX: #4D6575 โข LRV: 16
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Very Close Match (Slightly warmer or cooler undertone)"
Light Reflectance difference is only 2%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $97/gal (67%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Farrow & Ball De Nimes | Behr Blueprint | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #586973 | #4D6575 | ΔE 3.34 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 88, 105, 115 | 77, 101, 117 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 18% | 16% | Only 2% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Denim Blue, Slate Gray, Vintage Muted | Denim Blue, Slate, Muted Teal | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $145 | $48 | Save $97/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $1450 | $480 | Save $970 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Home Depot
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Behr Marquee/Premium tinted to Blueprint (S470-5). This is a verified match for Farrow & Ball De Nimes (No. 299)."