How does Bitter chocolate (No.08 B 29) by BS 4800 compare with Farrow & Ball’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Farrow & Ball Mahogany (ΔE 3.3, “very close”).
BS 4800 Bitter chocolate vs Farrow & Ball
1 closest Farrow & Ball match 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahogany | — | 3.3 | very close | £25.60 | £3.94 |