How does Californian Sands 1 by Dulux compare with RAL Classic’s closest paints? The nearest match is RAL Classic Pastel yellow (ΔE 2.9, “near-identical”).
Dulux Californian Sands 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pastel yellow | No.1034 | 2.9 | near-identical | — | — |
| Luminous bright orange | No.2007 | 4.7 | very close | — | — |
| Dahlia yellow | No.1033 | 4.7 | very close | — | — |
| Melon yellow | No.1028 | 4.7 | very close | — | — |
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