How does Violet Night (No.LRV 28) by Dulux Heritage compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Cotton Flannel (ΔE 1.8, “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 6 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Dulux Heritage Violet Night at £10.40/L.
Dulux Heritage Violet Night 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton Flannel | — | 1.8 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Flannel Pajamas | — | 3.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Purple Surf | — | 3.5 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Purple Symphony | — | 4.1 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Violet Verbena | — | 4.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Amethyst Haze | — | 4.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |