Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Shaker Blue QE-54
The closest Backdrop colour is NOVELTY WAVE (NOVELTY WAVE), at ΔE 4.13 — close.
NOVELTY WAVE is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 4.13 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 NOVELTY WAVE really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.13close
- LRV
- 27.12Behr is 25
- Hex
- #71949D#748C96 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.1 points higher.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if NOVELTY WAVE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- SILVER LAKE DAD SILVER LAKE DADΔE 10.96 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.6 points lower.
- HIGHLINE SHADOW HIGHLINE SHADOWΔE 10.99 · different · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- SATURDAY ON SUNDAY SATURDAY ON SUNDAYΔE 11.50 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.1 points lower.