Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Sapphire Sparkle S-H-550
The closest Backdrop colour is BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLOR (BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLOR), at ΔE 7.47 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLOR is the closest option at ΔE 7.47, 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 BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLOR really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 7.47noticeably different
- LRV
- 7.75Behr is 10
- Hex
- #195089#135E84 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.3 points lower.
This is the closest option, but it is visibly different. Consider a custom mix if accuracy matters.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLOR is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE SCHOOL BLAZER BLUEΔE 8.35 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.
- PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUE PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUEΔE 10.42 · different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.2 points higher.
- SATURDAY ON SUNDAY SATURDAY ON SUNDAYΔE 13.94 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.9 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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