allpaintcolours.co.ukHow does Purple (No.04 E 58) by BS 4800 compare with Zoffany’s closest paints? The nearest match is Zoffany Bordeaux (ΔE 2.6, “near-identical”). These 3 Zoffany paints are all priced at £23.20 per litre.
BS 4800 Purple vs Zoffany
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bordeaux | No.ZOP1010 | 2.6 | near-identical | £23.20 | — |
| Shaker Red | No.ZOP1125 | 5.9 | close | £23.20 | — |
| Crimson | No.ZOP1021 | 7.6 | close | £23.20 | — |
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