How does Mortar Pink by Farrow & Ball compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Deep Cream (ΔE 2.0, “near-identical”). 5 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 6 Johnstone's paints range from £6.14 to £12.36 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Mortar Pink at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Mortar Pink vs Johnstone's
6 closest Johnstone's 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Cream | — | 2.0 | near-identical | £6.14 | £1.02 |
| Nutmeg Glow | — | 2.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Weathered Sandstone | — | 3.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Faint Fawn | — | 3.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| My Love | — | 3.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Peach Cocktail | — | 3.5 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |