How does Fire Cracker 3 by Dulux compare with BS 4800’s closest paints? The nearest match is BS 4800 Carnival red (ΔE 0.8, “identical”).
Dulux Fire Cracker 3 vs BS 4800
2 closest BS 4800 matches ranked by ΔE
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival red | No.04 E 56 | 0.8 | identical | — | — |
| Poppy | No.04 E 53 | 4.1 | very close | — | — |