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Silver Drop vs Nimbus

Behr Silver Drop PPU18-07 compared with Benjamin Moore Nimbus 1465

Silver Drop and Nimbus are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.9) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Living room painted Silver Drop on the left and Nimbus on the right
Silver Drop · BehrNimbus · Benjamin MoorePhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 0.9 · Nearly identical

How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.

Which to choose

For a small or dim room, Silver Drop reflects more light (LRV 63).

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Side by side

Silver DropNimbus
BrandBehrBenjamin Moore
CodePPU18-071465
LRV6361
Undertoneyellowyellow
FamilyGrayGray
HEX#D4D0C8#D0CDC5
Good foropen-plan living areas, hallwaysopen-plan living areas, hallways

Questions

What is the difference between Silver Drop and Nimbus?

Silver Drop and Nimbus are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.9) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Which is lighter, Silver Drop or Nimbus?

Silver Drop is lighter, with an LRV of 63 against 61.

How does Silver Drop compare to Nimbus in a north-facing room?

In north light Silver Drop will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip. The same goes for Nimbus.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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