Backdrop Equivalent of Benjamin Moore Whispering Woods 1012

Benjamin Moore → Backdrop

Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Whispering Woods 1012

The closest Backdrop colour is STUDIO HOURS (STUDIO HOURS), at ΔE 4.13 — close.

Whispering WoodsBenjamin Moore · 1012
STUDIO HOURSBackdrop · STUDIO HOURS

STUDIO HOURS is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 4.13 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 STUDIO HOURS really is

Delta E (CIEDE2000)
4.13close
LRV
34.87Benjamin Moore is 35.67
Hex
#BC9886#B49C8D in Benjamin Moore

Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 0.8 points lower.

Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.

Other Backdrop options

Worth knowing if STUDIO HOURS is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.

  • SENTIMENTAL REASONS SENTIMENTAL REASONSΔE 5.90 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 5.4 points lower.
  • INTERIOR MOTIVES INTERIOR MOTIVESΔE 10.65 · different · The candidate is lighter, more muted. Its LRV is 19.4 points higher.
  • JAWBREAKER JAWBREAKERΔE 10.96 · different · Nearly the same lightness, more saturated, with a small hue shift.

Matches in every other brand

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