Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Stable Hay 310E-2
The closest Backdrop colour is PALO SANTO (PALO SANTO), at ΔE 3.49 — very close.
PALO SANTO is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 3.49 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)
- 3.49very close
- LRV
- 71.79Behr is 77
- Hex
- #E9DBC0#F6E0BE in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.2 points lower.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if PALO SANTO is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- MOOD LIGHTING MOOD LIGHTINGΔE 4.02 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points higher.
- MIAMI PARASOL MIAMI PARASOLΔE 4.63 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 9.2 points lower.
- EARTHLY DELIGHTS EARTHLY DELIGHTSΔE 5.15 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points lower.