Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Serengeti Dust T12-15
The closest Backdrop colour is PALO SANTO (PALO SANTO), at ΔE 3.18 — very close.
PALO SANTO is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 3.18 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 PALO SANTO really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.18very close
- LRV
- 71.79Behr is 72
- Hex
- #E9DBC0#E7DBC9 in Behr
Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if PALO SANTO is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- CHAMPAGNE BONFIRE CHAMPAGNE BONFIREΔE 3.39 · very close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 11.1 points higher.
- MORNING RITUAL MORNING RITUALΔE 3.46 · very close · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 2.7 points lower.
- MOOD LIGHTING MOOD LIGHTINGΔE 3.61 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.8 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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