Benjamin Moore → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Vintage Taupe 2110-70
The closest Backdrop colour is MOONSTONE (MOONSTONE), at ΔE 2.40 — very close.
MOONSTONE is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.40 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 Benjamin Moore and Backdrop
Most people comparing Benjamin Moore 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)
- 2.40very close
- LRV
- 79.85Benjamin Moore is 82.41
- Hex
- #E8E7E3#F2EDE8 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.6 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 2.88 · very close · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 3.3 points lower.
- HARVEST MOON HARVEST MOONΔE 3.31 · very close · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.5 points higher.
- COOL MOON COOL MOONΔE 3.85 · close · Nearly the same lightness, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
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