Benjamin Moore → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Wenge AF-180
The closest Backdrop colour is THE PALIO (THE PALIO), at ΔE 7.51 — noticeably different.
Backdrop does not make this colour. THE PALIO is the closest option at ΔE 7.51, 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 THE PALIO really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 7.51noticeably different
- LRV
- 1.29Benjamin Moore is 4.79
- Hex
- #2B1A10#3C2D2B in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 3.5 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 THE PALIO is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- AFTER HOURS AFTER HOURSΔE 9.16 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- ESSENCE OF NIGHTSHADE ESSENCE OF NIGHTSHADEΔE 9.87 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 1.3 points higher.
- LOBBY SCENE LOBBY SCENEΔE 10.59 · different · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Wenge AF-180 matched across all 13 brands →