Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis98.8% Match SimilaritySave $46 / Gallon
Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist
vs Behr Silver Drop
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Balboa Mist (OC-27)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Home Depot.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 0.46
Original (premium)$94/gal
Balboa Mist
Benjamin Moore (OC-27)
HEX: #DDD9D0 โข LRV: 65.5
Budget Dupe (budget)$48/gal
Silver Drop
Behr (790E-2)
HEX: #DBD7CE โข LRV: 67
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Flawless Match (Undetectable difference on wall)"
Light Reflectance difference is only 1.5%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $46/gal (49%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist | Behr Silver Drop | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #DDD9D0 | #DBD7CE | ΔE 0.46 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 221, 217, 208 | 219, 215, 206 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 65.5% | 67% | Only 1.5% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Warm Gray, Lilac Undertone, Creamy Greige | Warm Gray, Gentle Greige, Soft Taupe | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $94 | $48 | Save $46/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $940 | $480 | Save $460 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Home Depot
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Behr Marquee/Premium tinted to Silver Drop (790E-2). This is a verified match for Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist (OC-27)."