Benjamin Moore → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Violet Petal 1382
The closest Backdrop colour is GIN BLOSSOMS (GIN BLOSSOMS), at ΔE 3.60 — close.
GIN BLOSSOMS is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 3.60 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 GIN BLOSSOMS really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.60close
- LRV
- 57.58Benjamin Moore is 54.32
- Hex
- #D5C3CD#CDBFD1 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.3 points higher.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if GIN BLOSSOMS is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- NOT SO DELICATE NOT SO DELICATEΔE 8.66 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 9.9 points higher.
- GOOD INTENTIONS GOOD INTENTIONSΔE 8.67 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 9.4 points higher.
- ROSE QUARTZ ROSE QUARTZΔE 9.67 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 17.0 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Violet Petal 1382 matched across all 13 brands →