Benjamin Moore → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Wheatberry 2099-70
The closest Backdrop colour is MOONLIGHT (MOONLIGHT), at ΔE 2.88 — very close.
MOONLIGHT is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 2.88 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 MOONLIGHT really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 2.88very close
- LRV
- 79.16Benjamin Moore is 74.72
- Hex
- #EDE5DB#EDE1DA in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.4 points higher.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if MOONLIGHT is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- HARAJUKU MORNING HARAJUKU MORNINGΔE 3.98 · close · The candidate is lighter, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 10.8 points higher.
- MORNING RITUAL MORNING RITUALΔE 3.99 · close · The candidate is darker, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.5 points lower.
- MODERN LOVE MODERN LOVEΔE 5.08 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Wheatberry 2099-70 matched across all 13 brands →