Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Purple Mauve 690F-5
The closest Backdrop colour is SENTIMENTAL REASONS (SENTIMENTAL REASONS), at ΔE 9.25 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. SENTIMENTAL REASONS is the closest option at ΔE 9.25, 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 SENTIMENTAL REASONS really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 9.25noticeably different
- LRV
- 30.23Behr is 26
- Hex
- #A0938C#9A8891 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.2 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 SENTIMENTAL REASONS is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- JAWBREAKER JAWBREAKERΔE 9.26 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.3 points higher.
- HIGHLINE SHADOW HIGHLINE SHADOWΔE 10.08 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points lower.
- STUDIO HOURS STUDIO HOURSΔE 14.12 · different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.9 points higher.