Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Waterscape 530F-5
The closest Backdrop colour is NOVELTY WAVE (NOVELTY WAVE), at ΔE 3.01 — very close.
NOVELTY WAVE is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 3.01 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 NOVELTY WAVE really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.01very close
- LRV
- 27.12Behr is 29
- Hex
- #71949D#7C97A1 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points lower.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if NOVELTY WAVE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- HIGHLINE SHADOW HIGHLINE SHADOWΔE 12.22 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.3 points lower.
- OFF THE RECORD OFF THE RECORDΔE 13.18 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.9 points higher.
- SILVER LAKE DAD SILVER LAKE DADΔE 13.79 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 11.6 points lower.