How does Cottage Chocolate by Dulux compare with RAL Classic’s closest paints? The nearest match is RAL Classic Pale brown (ΔE 3.3, “very close”).
Dulux Cottage Chocolate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pale brown | No.8025 | 3.3 | very close | — | — |
| Beige brown | No.8024 | 4.8 | very close | — | — |
| Pearl gold | No.1036 | 7.2 | close | — | — |
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