Benjamin Moore → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Watertown 818
The closest Backdrop colour is PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUE (PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUE), at ΔE 9.55 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUE is the closest option at ΔE 9.55, which is a visibly different colour. If the match matters, have Backdrop custom-tint to the Benjamin Moore formula instead of substituting.
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 PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUE really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 9.55noticeably different
- LRV
- 17.2Benjamin Moore is 22.6
- Hex
- #1D7AAD#5B7EB7 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.4 points lower.
This is the closest option, but it is visibly different. Consider a custom mix if accuracy matters.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if PORSCHE RIVIERA BLUE is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- STROMBOLI CHESS CLUB STROMBOLI CHESS CLUBΔE 14.88 · different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 17.2 points higher.
- NOVELTY WAVE NOVELTY WAVEΔE 17.07 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.5 points higher.
- BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLOR BLUE IS THE COOLEST COLORΔE 17.50 · different · The candidate is darker, more saturated. Its LRV is 14.8 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
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