Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Platinum PPU26-11
The closest Backdrop colour is ITALIAN PLASTER (ITALIAN PLASTER), at ΔE 2.04 — very close.
ITALIAN PLASTER is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.04 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 Backdrop
Most people comparing Behr to Backdrop 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 ITALIAN PLASTER really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.04very close
- LRV
- 60.67Behr is 65
- Hex
- #CCCDC8#D1D4D1 in Behr
The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.3 points lower.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if ITALIAN PLASTER is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- RITUAL UNIONS RITUAL UNIONSΔE 2.46 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points higher.
- MOONSTONE MOONSTONEΔE 4.87 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 14.8 points higher.
- WEST COAST GHOST WEST COAST GHOSTΔE 5.18 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.9 points higher.