Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr White Dogwood 790A-1
The closest Backdrop colour is MOONSTONE (MOONSTONE), at ΔE 2.18 — very close.
MOONSTONE is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.18 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 MOONSTONE really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.18very close
- LRV
- 79.85Behr is 83
- Hex
- #E8E7E3#EFEAE6 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points lower.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if MOONSTONE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- MOONLIGHT MOONLIGHTΔE 2.98 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.8 points lower.
- HARVEST MOON HARVEST MOONΔE 3.87 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
- COOL MOON COOL MOONΔE 4.01 · close · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.4 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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