Behr → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Behr Zephyr 690A-1
The closest Backdrop colour is ROSE QUARTZ (ROSE QUARTZ), at ΔE 3.74 — close.
ROSE QUARTZ is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 3.74 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 ROSE QUARTZ really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.74close
- LRV
- 71.34Behr is 81
- Hex
- #ECD7D7#F5E4E9 in Behr
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.7 points lower.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if ROSE QUARTZ is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- NOT SO DELICATE NOT SO DELICATEΔE 6.01 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 16.8 points lower.
- WEST COAST GHOST WEST COAST GHOSTΔE 7.18 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.1 points lower.
- GIN BLOSSOMS GIN BLOSSOMSΔE 7.84 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 23.4 points lower.