How does Dove Tale by Farrow & Ball compare with Sanderson’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Sanderson Starling (ΔE 0.7, “identical”). 2 more Sanderson colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Sanderson paints are all priced at £19.60 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Dove Tale at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Dove Tale vs Sanderson
3 closest Sanderson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starling | No.SAP0138 | 0.7 | identical | £19.60 | — |
| Grey Squirrel | No.SAP0067 | 1.6 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |
| Chateau Grey | No.SAP0028 | 2.3 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |