How does Mason Pink by Edward Bulmer compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Lake Shoal (ΔE 1.5, “near-identical”). 5 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 6 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Edward Bulmer Mason Pink at £26.40/L.
Edward Bulmer Mason Pink vs Johnstone's
6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Shoal | — | 1.5 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Melon Pink | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Seaside Picnic | — | 1.8 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Cool Cantaloupe | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Enchanted Desert | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Blush Beige | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |