Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Winter Lake 550F-5
The closest Backdrop colour is NOVELTY WAVE (NOVELTY WAVE), at ΔE 4.85 — close.
NOVELTY WAVE is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 4.85 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)
- 4.85close
- LRV
- 27.12Behr is 24
- Hex
- #71949D#698B9C in Behr
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.1 points higher.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if NOVELTY WAVE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- SATURDAY ON SUNDAY SATURDAY ON SUNDAYΔE 11.43 · different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.1 points lower.
- PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUE PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUEΔE 12.19 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.8 points lower.
- SICILY OR CYPRUS SICILY OR CYPRUSΔE 12.43 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.3 points lower.