Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Provence ICC-74
The closest Backdrop colour is NOVELTY WAVE (NOVELTY WAVE), at ΔE 10.02 — different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. NOVELTY WAVE is the closest option at ΔE 10.02, 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 NOVELTY WAVE really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 10.02different
- LRV
- 27.12Behr is 21
- Hex
- #71949D#678198 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.1 points higher.
This is the closest option, but it is visibly different. Consider a custom mix if accuracy matters.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if NOVELTY WAVE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUE PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUEΔE 10.03 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.
- SATURDAY ON SUNDAY SATURDAY ON SUNDAYΔE 10.86 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.1 points lower.
- SILVER LAKE DAD SILVER LAKE DADΔE 13.69 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.6 points lower.