Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Very Navy M500-7
The closest Backdrop colour is SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE (SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE), at ΔE 4.50 — close.
SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 4.50 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)
- 4.50close
- LRV
- 8.44Behr is 6
- Hex
- #3F546A#3A4859 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.4 points higher.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- SURF CAMP SURF CAMPΔE 5.71 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points lower.
- FORMENTERA FORMENTERAΔE 8.06 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.1 points higher.
- AFTER HOURS AFTER HOURSΔE 9.30 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.6 points lower.