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A match of Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues reads as a light blue with a noticeable gray cast and a soft, cool undertone. Its low chroma keeps it quiet rather than vivid, and the LRV suggests a medium-light appearance that can feel airy without looking bright or saturated.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be useful on vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, mailbox parts, shelf brackets, small frames, railings, shutters, and other hardware or accessories where a coordinated blue-gray finish is needed. It also works well for PVC pieces, fixture covers, and removable components that are easier to spray than to brush.

Because this is a light, subdued color, coverage usually depends more on the substrate than with deeper shades. Darker or uneven base colors may show through more readily, so surface prep, primer choice, and film build can affect how cleanly the match reads. On glossy or very smooth parts, sheen differences can also change the perceived depth of the color.

MyPerfectColor supplies its own paint matched to the selected brand color reference, not the original Dutch Boy product.

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About Dutch Boy Paints

Founded in 1907, Dutch Boy® continues to be an industry leader in delivering innovative and high-quality interior and exterior paint products and is one of the most recognizable brands in the paint market more than 100 years later. The legacy lives on with Dutch Boy Paint. Their colors have inspired DIYers and paint enthusiasts for generations.

Matching Dutch Boy Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able to match all of the Dutch Boy paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues by matching the original Dutch Boy color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Dutch Boy paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Dutch Boy Color and may not match Dutch Boy Color standards. Refer to Dutch Boy Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve the best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Dutch Boy™ 71-B The Blues *

How soon can I handle Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues after spraying a MyPerfectColor match?

For MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues, dry-to-touch is usually within minutes, but that does not mean the part is ready for full handling. Recoating is typically done in 1 to 2 hours, and full cure is about two weeks.

If the item will be assembled, stacked, or put into service right away, plan around the cure time, not just the dry-to-touch time.

Will Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues in MyPerfectColor spray paint stick to plastic parts?

MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues can work well on many plastics, but plastic type matters. Some plastics are easy to coat and others need extra prep or primer to get reliable adhesion.

For best results, test the paint on the actual plastic part first and use the MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel if you want to improve adhesion. This is especially useful for items like PVC pipe, vents, grilles, switch covers, fixtures, and other small parts where spray application is practical.

How do I confirm Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues before ordering a MyPerfectColor match?

Confirm Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues from a physical swatch or a known existing color reference before you order. Do not rely on screen viewing alone, since monitors and phone displays can shift the color you think you are selecting.

MyPerfectColor makes a custom match to the selected Dutch Boy color reference, so the best way to avoid ordering the wrong color is to verify the original target color first.

How much Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues MyPerfectColor spray paint do I need for my project?

Coverage depends on the size of the part, the texture of the surface, the hiding power of the color, the spray method, and how many coats you need. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat.

If you are coating a rough, porous, dark, or uneven surface, plan for more material than the nominal coverage suggests. For larger flat areas, other MyPerfectColor paint formats may be more practical because they typically cover 400 to 600 square feet.

Why does Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues look different after I apply a MyPerfectColor match?

Once a MyPerfectColor match of Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues is applied, lighting, placement, sheen, and nearby surfaces can all change how the finished item reads. That means the same color can look slightly different on a wall, on a fixture, or on a small removable part.

If the item will sit beside an existing painted surface, make sure you are comparing the same target color reference before ordering, because the finished result can be affected by the surface and viewing conditions even when the color match itself is correct.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues?
The RGB values for Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues are 191, 205, 215 and the HEX code is #BFCDD7. The LRV for Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues is 59.40. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues?
The Hue Angle for Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues is 248.79 and the chroma is 7.05. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.

Learn more about our color matching service.

Do I need a primer for Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues?
The need for primer for Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues depends on the type of paint, the substrate being painted and where it will be located. See our Primer Selection Table to see what primer you might need and learn more about when you might need a primer. Most people don't use a primer for a touch up paint application, but a primer may improve adhesion and is typically recommended for exterior applications.
How do I convert Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues to a different company?

While we can provide Dutch Boy 71-B The Blues in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.