How does Crimson Red by Farrow & Ball compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Crown Rhubarb Rose® (ΔE 3.3, “very close”). Prices for these 2 Crown paints range from £8.20 to £13.20 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Crimson Red at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Crimson Red vs Crown
2 closest Crown 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhubarb Rose® | — | 3.3 | very close | £8.20 | £1.37 |
| Made With Love | — | 4.3 | very close | £13.20 | £2.20 |