How does Idle Snow by Dulux compare with BS 4800’s closest paints? The nearest match is BS 4800 Pearl grey (ΔE 3.7, “very close”).
Dulux Idle Snow vs BS 4800
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl grey | No.22 B 15 | 3.7 | very close | — | — |
| Ash grey | No.00 A 01 | 4.5 | very close | — | — |
| Pale lavender | No.22 B 17 | 5.6 | close | — | — |
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