How does Mid tan (No.06 D 43) by BS 4800 compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Root Ginger (ΔE 1.7, “near-identical”). These 8 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre.
BS 4800 Mid tan vs Johnstone's
8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Root Ginger | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Caramel Muffin | — | 4.1 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Broomstick | — | 4.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Pumpkin Patch | — | 4.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Allspice | — | 4.9 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Roman Bath | — | 5.2 | close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Tangerine Jelly | — | 5.4 | close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Italian Saffron | — | 5.4 | close | £12.36 | £2.06 |