How does Preference Red by Farrow & Ball compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Velvet Cushion (ΔE 4.0, “very close”). These 5 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Preference Red at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Preference Red vs Johnstone's
5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Velvet Cushion | — | 4.0 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Pomegranate Punch | — | 4.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Romantic Evening | — | 4.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Ruby Lips | — | 4.4 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Mesa Red | — | 4.5 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |