Benjamin Moore → Backdrop
Backdrop equivalent of Benjamin Moore Willow Creek 1468
The closest Backdrop colour is OFF THE RECORD (OFF THE RECORD), at ΔE 4.73 — close.
OFF THE RECORD is the closest Backdrop makes, but at ΔE 4.73 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 OFF THE RECORD really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 4.73close
- LRV
- 39.9Benjamin Moore is 34.48
- Hex
- #A9AAA5#A29D96 in Benjamin Moore
The candidate is lighter, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 5.4 points higher.
Sampled from manufacturer image — treat the swatch above as indicative and confirm against a physical sample.
Other Backdrop options
Worth knowing if OFF THE RECORD is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- SENTIMENTAL REASONS SENTIMENTAL REASONSΔE 4.86 · close · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.3 points lower.
- SAGED SAGEDΔE 7.16 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.6 points lower.
- HIGHLINE SHADOW HIGHLINE SHADOWΔE 7.55 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more muted. Its LRV is 9.8 points lower.
Matches in every other brand
See Benjamin Moore Willow Creek 1468 matched across all 13 brands →