How does Golden Ivory (No.LRV 64) by Dulux Heritage compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Sugar Syrup (ΔE 1.7, “near-identical”). 2 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Dulux Heritage Golden Ivory at £10.40/L.
Dulux Heritage Golden Ivory vs Johnstone's
3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Syrup | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Spice Is Nice | — | 2.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Ginger Peach | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |