How does Skimming Stone by Farrow & Ball compare with Sanderson’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Sanderson New Silver (ΔE 1.1, “near-identical”). 2 more Sanderson colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Sanderson paints are all priced at £19.60 per litre, against Farrow & Ball Skimming Stone at £25.60/L.
Farrow & Ball Skimming Stone vs Sanderson
3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Silver | No.SAP0100 | 1.1 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |
| Grey Birch Light | No.SAP0065 | 1.4 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |
| Ice Cascade | No.SAP0073 | 1.4 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |