Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Understated BNC-02
The closest Backdrop colour is MOJAVE GATHERING (MOJAVE GATHERING), at ΔE 2.85 — very close.
MOJAVE GATHERING is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.85 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 MOJAVE GATHERING really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.85very close
- LRV
- 57.92Behr is 59
- Hex
- #CDC8BC#D4C9BB in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points lower.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if MOJAVE GATHERING is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- RYOKAN GUESTHOUSE RYOKAN GUESTHOUSEΔE 3.85 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.7 points higher.
- MORNING RITUAL MORNING RITUALΔE 4.04 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 10.3 points higher.
- INTERIOR MOTIVES INTERIOR MOTIVESΔE 4.41 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.