Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Proper Purple P570-7
The closest Backdrop colour is FORMENTERA (FORMENTERA), at ΔE 9.75 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. FORMENTERA is the closest option at ΔE 9.75, 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)
- 9.75noticeably different
- LRV
- 7.09Behr is 8
- Hex
- #404A6D#59476B in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 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.
- ESSENCE OF NIGHTSHADE ESSENCE OF NIGHTSHADEΔE 10.63 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
- LOBBY SCENE LOBBY SCENEΔE 14.61 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.
- SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE SCHOOL BLAZER BLUEΔE 16.56 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Proper Purple P570-7 matched across all 13 brands →