How does Lute by Edward Bulmer compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Appalachian Trail (ΔE 1.7, “near-identical”). 6 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 7 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Edward Bulmer Lute at £26.40/L.
Edward Bulmer Lute vs Johnstone's
7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Trail | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Summer Palace | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Galette | — | 1.9 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Hummus | — | 2.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Subtle Suede | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Sandy Pail | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Canvas Satchel | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |