Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Plum Smoke PPU16-14
The closest Backdrop colour is HIGHLINE SHADOW (HIGHLINE SHADOW), at ΔE 2.92 — very close.
HIGHLINE SHADOW is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.92 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 HIGHLINE SHADOW really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.92very close
- LRV
- 24.73Behr is 27
- Hex
- #8A8886#928E8E in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if HIGHLINE SHADOW is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- SENTIMENTAL REASONS SENTIMENTAL REASONSΔE 5.36 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.2 points higher.
- OFF THE RECORD OFF THE RECORDΔE 9.45 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 12.9 points higher.
- SAGED SAGEDΔE 10.23 · different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points higher.