How does Poppy (No.04 E 53) by BS 4800 compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Wet Coral (ΔE 3.2, “very close”). 2 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre.
BS 4800 Poppy vs Johnstone's
3 closest Johnstone's 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wet Coral | — | 3.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Burnt Red | — | 3.9 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Fruit Lattice | — | 3.9 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |