How does Matchstick by Farrow & Ball compare with Dulux Heritage’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Heritage Green Marl (ΔE 0.7, “identical”). 1 more Dulux Heritage colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Dulux Heritage paints are all priced at £10.40 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Matchstick at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Matchstick vs Dulux Heritage
2 closest Dulux Heritage 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Marl | No.LRV 69 | 0.7 | identical | £10.40 | £1.30 |
| Bathstone Beige | No.LRV 71 | 1.9 | near-identical | £10.40 | £1.30 |