Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Poppy Seed PPU15-20
The closest Backdrop colour is AFTER HOURS (AFTER HOURS), at ΔE 6.76 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. AFTER HOURS is the closest option at ΔE 6.76, 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 AFTER HOURS really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 6.76noticeably different
- LRV
- 4.39Behr is 8
- Hex
- #3B3B3D#4A4E54 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
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 AFTER HOURS is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE SCHOOL BLAZER BLUEΔE 8.08 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- NO CURFEW NO CURFEWΔE 8.34 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.8 points higher.
- ESSENCE OF NIGHTSHADE ESSENCE OF NIGHTSHADEΔE 8.98 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.