Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Prophetic Sea MQ6-34
The closest Backdrop colour is SICILY OR CYPRUS (SICILY OR CYPRUS), at ΔE 7.08 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. SICILY OR CYPRUS is the closest option at ΔE 7.08, 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 SICILY OR CYPRUS really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 7.08noticeably different
- LRV
- 17.72Behr is 23
- Hex
- #457E7F#408E99 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.3 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 SICILY OR CYPRUS is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- NOVELTY WAVE NOVELTY WAVEΔE 8.40 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.1 points higher.
- SATURDAY ON SUNDAY SATURDAY ON SUNDAYΔE 13.21 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.1 points lower.
- SILVER LAKE DAD SILVER LAKE DADΔE 15.03 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.6 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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