How does Middle Ground by Farrow & Ball compare with Sanderson’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Sanderson Smoky Blue (ΔE 2.0, “near-identical”). 1 more Sanderson colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Sanderson paints are all priced at £19.60 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Middle Ground at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Middle Ground vs Sanderson
2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smoky Blue | No.SAP0132 | 2.0 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |
| Whitstable Blue | No.SAP0146 | 2.6 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |