How does Light yellow (No.12 C 31) by BS 4800 compare with RAL Classic’s closest paints? The nearest match is RAL Classic Oyster white (ΔE 3.6, “very close”).
BS 4800 Light yellow vs RAL Classic
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oyster white | No.1013 | 3.6 | very close | — | — |
| Grey white | No.9002 | 7.0 | close | — | — |
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