Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Rose Dawn PPL-12
The closest Backdrop colour is MOONSTONE (MOONSTONE), at ΔE 3.36 — very close.
MOONSTONE is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 3.36 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
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 MOONSTONE really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.36very close
- LRV
- 79.85Behr is 86
- Hex
- #E8E7E3#F3EDEB in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.2 points lower.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if MOONSTONE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- MOONLIGHT MOONLIGHTΔE 4.21 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.8 points lower.
- WEST COAST GHOST WEST COAST GHOSTΔE 4.27 · close · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 11.1 points lower.
- COOL MOON COOL MOONΔE 4.70 · close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift.