Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Regal View M430-5
The closest Backdrop colour is DRIVE-THRU SAFARI (DRIVE-THRU SAFARI), at ΔE 7.99 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. DRIVE-THRU SAFARI is the closest option at ΔE 7.99, 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 DRIVE-THRU SAFARI really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 7.99noticeably different
- LRV
- 31.24Behr is 30
- Hex
- #8B9D83#749E8F in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.2 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 DRIVE-THRU SAFARI is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- NOVELTY WAVE NOVELTY WAVEΔE 11.65 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points lower.
- LAWN PARTY LAWN PARTYΔE 12.75 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.6 points lower.
- SAGED SAGEDΔE 13.49 · different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.