How does Vandyke brown (No.10 B 29) by BS 4800 compare with Farrow & Ball’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Farrow & Ball Grate Black (ΔE 2.2, “near-identical”). 1 more Farrow & Ball colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Farrow & Ball paints are all priced at £25.60 per litre.
BS 4800 Vandyke brown vs Farrow & Ball
2 closest Farrow & Ball 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grate Black | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £25.60 | £3.94 |
| Liquorice | — | 3.2 | very close | £25.60 | £3.94 |