How does Lead Colour by Edward Bulmer compare with Lick’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Lick Grey 18 (ΔE 1.7, “near-identical”). 1 more Lick colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Lick paints are all priced at £15.60 per litre, against Edward Bulmer Lead Colour at £26.40/L.
Edward Bulmer Lead Colour vs Lick
2 closest Lick 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grey 18 | No.grey-18 | 1.7 | near-identical | £15.60 | £3.12 |
| Taupe 05 | No.taupe-05 | 1.9 | near-identical | £15.60 | £3.12 |