Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr White Lie MQ3-55
The closest Backdrop colour is MOONSTONE (MOONSTONE), at ΔE 2.25 — very close.
MOONSTONE is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.25 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)
- 2.25very close
- LRV
- 79.85Behr is 73
- Hex
- #E8E7E3#DEDEDC in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more saturated. Its LRV is 6.8 points higher.
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.
- RITUAL UNIONS RITUAL UNIONSΔE 2.56 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 7.1 points lower.
- WEST COAST GHOST WEST COAST GHOSTΔE 2.97 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.9 points higher.
- COOL MOON COOL MOONΔE 4.11 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 13.4 points higher.