Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Velvet Rope MQ5-58
The closest Backdrop colour is SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE (SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE), at ΔE 2.08 — very close.
SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.08 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 SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.08very close
- LRV
- 8.44Behr is 8
- Hex
- #3F546A#36526A in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLOR BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLORΔE 6.63 · noticeably different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
- FORMENTERA FORMENTERAΔE 8.98 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.9 points lower.
- SURF CAMP SURF CAMPΔE 9.09 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.2 points lower.