Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Plush Velvet N100-5
The closest Backdrop colour is HIGHLINE SHADOW (HIGHLINE SHADOW), at ΔE 10.97 — different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. HIGHLINE SHADOW is the closest option at ΔE 10.97, which is a visibly different colour. If the match matters, have Backdrop custom-tint to the Behr formula instead of substituting.
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)
- 10.97different
- LRV
- 24.73Behr is 18
- Hex
- #8A8886#7E737D in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.7 points higher.
This is the closest option, but it is visibly different. Consider a custom mix if accuracy matters.
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.
- NO CURFEW NO CURFEWΔE 11.71 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.2 points lower.
- SENTIMENTAL REASONS SENTIMENTAL REASONSΔE 14.36 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 12.2 points higher.
- BARBIE™ DREAMHOUSE™ PURPLE BARBIE™ DREAMHOUSE™ PURPLEΔE 16.19 · different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.0 points higher.