Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Rocky Creek PPF-37
The closest Backdrop colour is NOVELTY WAVE (NOVELTY WAVE), at ΔE 6.66 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. NOVELTY WAVE is the closest option at ΔE 6.66, 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)
- 6.66noticeably different
- LRV
- 27.12Behr is 22
- Hex
- #71949D#6F848E in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.1 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.
- SATURDAY ON SUNDAY SATURDAY ON SUNDAYΔE 8.99 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.1 points lower.
- SILVER LAKE DAD SILVER LAKE DADΔE 9.23 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.6 points lower.
- HIGHLINE SHADOW HIGHLINE SHADOWΔE 10.63 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.