Abacus Bead vs Dark Garnet
Abacus Bead and Dark Garnet are both Dulux reds. The gap between them is ΔE 7.3 — “close”. Dark Garnet is the lighter of the two, and Abacus Bead the warmer. Both cost about £10.20 per litre.
| Abacus Bead | Dark Garnet | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #6B3136 | #5D3944 |
| Lightness (L*) | 28 | 29 |
| Price / litre | £10.20 | £10.20 |
More Dulux comparisons
Looking across brands instead? See Abacus Bead’s cross-brand matches and cheaper alternatives, or Dark Garnet’s.