How does Mud Lark (No.LRV 22) by Dulux Heritage compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's So Sublime (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. These 6 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Dulux Heritage Mud Lark at £10.40/L.
Dulux Heritage Mud Lark vs Johnstone's
6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| So Sublime | — | 1.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Elephant Grey | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Quarry Cliff | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Wild Wilderness | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Townhouse Brick | — | 2.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Bear Cub | — | 2.4 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |