How does Planter by Farrow & Ball compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Corgi Litter (ΔE 1.3, “near-identical”). 7 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 8 Johnstone's paints range from £6.14 to £12.36 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Planter at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Planter vs Johnstone's
8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corgi Litter | — | 1.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Kangaroo | — | 1.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Tomcat | — | 2.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Mountain Goat | — | 2.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Yosemite Trailhead | — | 2.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Transcend | — | 2.5 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Beige Tellin | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Burnt Sugar | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £6.14 | £1.02 |