How does DH Linen Colour (No.LRV 84) by Dulux Heritage compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Tuscan Treasure 6 (ΔE 0.0, “identical”). 6 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 7 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre, against Dulux Heritage DH Linen Colour at £10.40/L.
Dulux Heritage DH Linen Colour vs Dulux
7 closest Dulux 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscan Treasure 6 | — | 0.0 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Orchid White | — | 0.6 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Gardenia | — | 0.8 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Vanilla Mist 2 | — | 0.8 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Sun Swirl | — | 0.9 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Twisted Bamboo 3 | — | 0.9 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Twisted Bamboo 4 | — | 1.1 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |