Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Tropical Splash 540D-5
The closest Backdrop colour is NOVELTY WAVE (NOVELTY WAVE), at ΔE 7.39 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. NOVELTY WAVE is the closest option at ΔE 7.39, 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 NOVELTY WAVE really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 7.39noticeably different
- LRV
- 27.12Behr is 31
- Hex
- #71949D#5DA1BA in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 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 NOVELTY WAVE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- BARBIE™ DREAMHOUSE™ BLUE BARBIE™ DREAMHOUSE™ BLUEΔE 11.97 · different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 12.7 points higher.
- PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUE PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUEΔE 15.64 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 13.8 points lower.
- SICILY OR CYPRUS SICILY OR CYPRUSΔE 15.83 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 13.3 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Tropical Splash 540D-5 matched across all 13 brands →