How does Marmelo by Farrow & Ball compare with Lick’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Lick Brown 02 (ΔE 3.9, “very close”). These 2 Lick paints are all priced at £15.60 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Marmelo at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Marmelo vs Lick
2 closest Lick 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown 02 | No.brown-02 | 3.9 | very close | £15.60 | £3.12 |
| Orange 02 | No.orange-02 | 4.4 | very close | £15.60 | £3.12 |