How does Dark laurel (No.12 D 45) by BS 4800 compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Evernia (ΔE 2.3, “near-identical”). 3 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 7 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre.
BS 4800 Dark laurel vs Johnstone's
7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evernia | — | 2.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Country Barn | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Oak Leaf | — | 3.6 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Gratefully Grass | — | 4.0 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Mint Leaves | — | 4.1 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Globe Artichoke | — | 4.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Spinach Salad | — | 4.4 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |