How does Pewter Plate (No.LRV 36) by Dulux Heritage compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Statue Garden (ΔE 1.4, “near-identical”). 1 more Johnstone's colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 2 Johnstone's paints range from £6.14 to £12.36 per litre, against Dulux Heritage Pewter Plate at £10.40/L.
Dulux Heritage Pewter Plate vs Johnstone's
2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statue Garden | — | 1.4 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Summer Storm | — | 2.0 | near-identical | £6.14 | £1.02 |