How does Crimson Red by Farrow & Ball compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Rocksalt Rose (ΔE 3.8, “very close”). These 2 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Crimson Red at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Crimson Red vs Dulux
2 closest Dulux 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocksalt Rose | — | 3.8 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Raspberry Diva | — | 4.3 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |