Abacus Bead vs Red Stallion 1
Abacus Bead and Red Stallion 1 are both Dulux reds. The gap between them is ΔE 4.8 — “very close”. Abacus Bead is the lighter of the two, and Red Stallion 1 the warmer. Both cost about £10.20 per litre.
| Abacus Bead | Red Stallion 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #6B3136 | #77272C |
| Lightness (L*) | 28 | 28 |
| Price / litre | £10.20 | £10.20 |
More Dulux comparisons
Looking across brands instead? See Abacus Bead’s cross-brand matches and cheaper alternatives, or Red Stallion 1’s.