How does Wainscoat by Edward Bulmer compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Shaker Peg (ΔE 3.1, “very close”). 1 more Johnstone's colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 9 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Edward Bulmer Wainscoat at £26.40/L.
Edward Bulmer Wainscoat vs Johnstone's
9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaker Peg | — | 3.1 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Chewy Caramel | — | 4.0 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Wool Tweed | — | 4.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Pickled Okra | — | 4.4 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Molasses Cookie | — | 4.6 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Timber Yard | — | 4.8 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Warm Russet | — | 5.0 | close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Weathered Wicker | — | 5.1 | close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Paddle Wheel | — | 5.3 | close | £12.36 | £2.06 |