How does Sang de Boeuf by Edward Bulmer compare with Farrow & Ball’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Farrow & Ball Singed Red (ΔE 1.4, “near-identical”). 1 more Farrow & Ball colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Farrow & Ball paints are all priced at £25.60 per litre, against Edward Bulmer Sang de Boeuf at £26.40/L.
Edward Bulmer Sang de Boeuf vs Farrow & Ball
2 closest Farrow & Ball 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singed Red | — | 1.4 | near-identical | £25.60 | £3.94 |
| Picture Gallery Red | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £25.60 | £3.94 |