allpaintcolours.co.ukHow does Duchess blue (No.20 C 40) by BS 4800 compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match is Dulux Sapphire Splendour (ΔE 3.5, “very close”). These 2 Dulux paints are all priced at £14.40 per litre.
BS 4800 Duchess blue vs Dulux
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sapphire Splendour | — | 3.5 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Peaceful Night | — | 4.8 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
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