Benjamin Moore → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Westchester Tan 246
The closest Backdrop colour is MOOD LIGHTING (MOOD LIGHTING), at ΔE 2.41 — very close.
MOOD LIGHTING is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.41 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 MOOD LIGHTING really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.41very close
- LRV
- 80.84Benjamin Moore is 77.95
- Hex
- #F4E7CE#F1E8CC in Benjamin Moore
Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 2.9 points higher.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if MOOD LIGHTING is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- CHAMPAGNE BONFIRE CHAMPAGNE BONFIREΔE 3.41 · very close · The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.2 points higher.
- PALO SANTO PALO SANTOΔE 3.58 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.2 points lower.
- HARVEST MOON HARVEST MOONΔE 5.85 · noticeably different · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 6.9 points higher.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Westchester Tan 246 matched across all 13 brands →