Benjamin Moore → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Violet Mist 1437
The closest Backdrop colour is THE EARLY STUFF (THE EARLY STUFF), at ΔE 4.05 — close.
THE EARLY STUFF is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 4.05 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 THE EARLY STUFF really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.05close
- LRV
- 57.41Benjamin Moore is 61.5
- Hex
- #BBCAD1#C9D0D8 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.1 points lower.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if THE EARLY STUFF is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- GOOD INTENTIONS GOOD INTENTIONSΔE 4.86 · close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.2 points higher.
- ON TOUR ON TOURΔE 5.32 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 13.7 points higher.
- WEST COAST GHOST WEST COAST GHOSTΔE 5.64 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 13.4 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Violet Mist 1437 matched across all 13 brands →