Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Prime Purple T15-13
The closest Backdrop colour is FORMENTERA (FORMENTERA), at ΔE 10.92 — different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. FORMENTERA is the closest option at ΔE 10.92, 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 FORMENTERA really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 10.92different
- LRV
- 7.09Behr is 14
- Hex
- #404A6D#656293 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.9 points lower.
This is the closest option, but it is visibly different. Consider a custom mix if accuracy matters.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if FORMENTERA is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE SCHOOL BLAZER BLUEΔE 13.44 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.6 points lower.
- BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLOR BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLORΔE 15.06 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.3 points lower.
- BARBIE™ DREAMHOUSE™ PURPLE BARBIE™ DREAMHOUSE™ PURPLEΔE 15.69 · different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 11.0 points higher.