How does Red Stallion 1 by Dulux compare with RAL Classic’s closest paints? The nearest match is RAL Classic Pearl ruby red (ΔE 3.5, “very close”). 1 more RAL Classic colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall.
Dulux Red Stallion 1 vs RAL Classic
3 closest RAL Classic 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl ruby red | No.3032 | 3.5 | very close | — | — |
| Purple red | No.3004 | 3.7 | very close | — | — |
| Oxide red | No.3009 | 4.2 | very close | — | — |