How does Blossom by Edward Bulmer compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Silken Sunrise 6 (ΔE 1.8, “near-identical”). 7 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 8 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre, against Edward Bulmer Blossom at £26.40/L.
Edward Bulmer Blossom vs Dulux
8 closest Dulux 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silken Sunrise 6 | — | 1.8 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Silken Sunrise 5 | — | 2.0 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Peach Blossom | — | 2.3 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Coral Lustre | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Bongo Jazz 5 | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Caribbean Dawn 5 | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Gipsy Bloom 6 | — | 3.1 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Autumn Fern 6 | — | 3.2 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |