How does Bitter Chocolate 2 by Dulux compare with RAL Classic’s closest paints? The nearest match is RAL Classic Chestnut brown (ΔE 2.0, “near-identical”).
Dulux Bitter Chocolate 2 vs RAL Classic
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut brown | No.8015 | 2.0 | near-identical | — | — |
| Mahogany brown | No.8016 | 4.9 | very close | — | — |
| Nut brown | No.8011 | 5.1 | close | — | — |
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