How does Yellow by Dulux compare with RAL Classic’s closest paints? The nearest match is RAL Classic Zinc yellow (ΔE 3.5, “very close”).
Dulux Yellow vs RAL Classic
5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc yellow | No.1018 | 3.5 | very close | — | — |
| Rape yellow | No.1021 | 4.1 | very close | — | — |
| Luminous yellow | No.1026 | 5.2 | close | — | — |
| Traffic yellow | No.1023 | 7.2 | close | — | — |
| Saffron yellow | No.1017 | 7.9 | close | — | — |