How does Charcoal grey (No.10 A 11) by BS 4800 compare with Little Greene’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Little Greene Dark Lead Colour (ΔE 1.2, “near-identical”).
BS 4800 Charcoal grey vs Little Greene
1 closest Little Greene 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Lead Colour | No.3 | 1.2 | near-identical | £28.00 | £4.31 |