How does Green (No.12 D 41) by BS 4800 compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Goody Gumdrop (ΔE 1.1, “near-identical”). 5 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 8 Johnstone's paints range from £6.14 to £12.36 per litre.
BS 4800 Green vs Johnstone's
8 closest Johnstone's 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goody Gumdrop | — | 1.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Mustard Green | — | 1.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Lime Splash | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Lime Burst | — | 2.5 | near-identical | £6.14 | £1.02 |
| Lime Syrup | — | 2.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Lively Laugh | — | 3.9 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Bioluminous | — | 4.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Floral Bouquet | — | 4.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |