How does Red Sand (No.LRV 25) by Dulux Heritage compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Cinnamon Sprinkle (ΔE 3.7, “very close”). 2 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre, against Dulux Heritage Red Sand at £10.40/L.
Dulux Heritage Red Sand vs Dulux
3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon Sprinkle | — | 3.7 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Clay Pot | — | 3.7 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Toasted Clay | — | 3.7 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |