How does Light yellow (No.12 C 31) by BS 4800 compare with Little Greene’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Little Greene Acorn (ΔE 2.3, “near-identical”).
BS 4800 Light yellow 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn | No.3 | 2.3 | near-identical | £28.00 | £4.31 |