Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Purple Gladiola MQ4-59
The closest Backdrop colour is GIN BLOSSOMS (GIN BLOSSOMS), at ΔE 11.77 — different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. GIN BLOSSOMS is the closest option at ΔE 11.77, 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 GIN BLOSSOMS really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 11.77different
- LRV
- 57.58Behr is 45
- Hex
- #D5C3CD#C1ABD4 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 12.6 points higher.
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 GIN BLOSSOMS is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- BARBIE™ DREAMHOUSE™ PURPLE BARBIE™ DREAMHOUSE™ PURPLEΔE 13.87 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 20.0 points lower.
- JAWBREAKER JAWBREAKERΔE 14.69 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.7 points lower.
- STROMBOLI CHESS CLUB STROMBOLI CHESS CLUBΔE 15.12 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.2 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Purple Gladiola MQ4-59 matched across all 13 brands →