Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Unpredictable Hue MQ2-58
The closest Backdrop colour is HIGHLINE SHADOW (HIGHLINE SHADOW), at ΔE 8.44 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. HIGHLINE SHADOW is the closest option at ΔE 8.44, 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 HIGHLINE SHADOW really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 8.44noticeably different
- LRV
- 24.73Behr is 18
- Hex
- #8A8886#7B746B in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 6.7 points higher.
This is the closest option, but it is visibly different. Consider a custom mix if accuracy matters.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if HIGHLINE SHADOW is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- NO CURFEW NO CURFEWΔE 10.14 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.2 points lower.
- SILVER LAKE DAD SILVER LAKE DADΔE 10.41 · different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.6 points lower.
- MASTERPIECE THEATRE MASTERPIECE THEATREΔE 11.79 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.9 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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