How does Flint grey (No.00 A 09) by BS 4800 compare with Zoffany’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Zoffany Double Empire Grey (ΔE 2.0, “near-identical”). 1 more Zoffany colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Zoffany paints are all priced at £22.00 per litre.
BS 4800 Flint grey vs Zoffany
2 closest Zoffany matches ranked by ΔE
ΔE (CIEDE2000) is a perceptual distance metric — lower means a closer match. Matches under ΔE 2 are typically indistinguishable; ΔE 2–4 looks “the same” once dry on a wall; ΔE 4–6 is noticeable side-by-side. Always view a sample pot before committing — screen colours and lighting vary.
| Colour | Number | ΔE | Match quality | Price/L | Price/m2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Empire Grey | No.ZOP0022 | 2.0 | near-identical | £22.00 | — |
| Logwood Grey | No.ZOP0077 | 2.3 | near-identical | £22.00 | — |