Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Raindance QE-53
The closest Backdrop colour is NOVELTY WAVE (NOVELTY WAVE), at ΔE 5.94 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. NOVELTY WAVE is the closest option at ΔE 5.94, 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)
- 5.94noticeably different
- LRV
- 27.12Behr is 28
- Hex
- #71949D#819392 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if NOVELTY WAVE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- HIGHLINE SHADOW HIGHLINE SHADOWΔE 9.42 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
- SAGED SAGEDΔE 9.98 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
- SILVER LAKE DAD SILVER LAKE DADΔE 10.58 · different · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.6 points lower.