Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Willow Herb 370E-3
The closest Backdrop colour is PALO SANTO (PALO SANTO), at ΔE 3.36 — very close.
PALO SANTO is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 3.36 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 PALO SANTO really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.36very close
- LRV
- 71.79Behr is 70
- Hex
- #E9DBC0#E6DAB6 in Behr
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.8 points higher.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if PALO SANTO is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- MOOD LIGHTING MOOD LIGHTINGΔE 4.93 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.8 points higher.
- RYOKAN GUESTHOUSE RYOKAN GUESTHOUSEΔE 5.76 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 8.3 points lower.
- MIAMI PARASOL MIAMI PARASOLΔE 6.12 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points lower.