Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Virtual Violet HDC-MD-25
The closest Backdrop colour is FORMENTERA (FORMENTERA), at ΔE 10.74 — different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. FORMENTERA is the closest option at ΔE 10.74, 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 FORMENTERA really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 10.74different
- LRV
- 7.09Behr is 11
- Hex
- #404A6D#66537F 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 FORMENTERA is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- ESSENCE OF NIGHTSHADE ESSENCE OF NIGHTSHADEΔE 14.20 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.9 points lower.
- SCHOOL BLAZER BLUE SCHOOL BLAZER BLUEΔE 15.92 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 points lower.
- NO CURFEW NO CURFEWΔE 17.79 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Behr Virtual Violet HDC-MD-25 matched across all 13 brands →