How does Celadon by Edward Bulmer compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Green Whisper (ΔE 0.7, “identical”). 7 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 8 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Edward Bulmer Celadon at £26.40/L.
Edward Bulmer Celadon vs Johnstone's
8 closest Johnstone's 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Whisper | — | 0.7 | identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Tidal Foam | — | 1.0 | identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Cucumber Heart | — | 1.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Flower Bud | — | 1.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Winter Woods | — | 1.2 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Hydrangea Floret | — | 1.2 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| April Breeze | — | 1.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Green Tease | — | 1.4 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |