How does String by Farrow & Ball compare with Sanderson’s closest paints? The nearest match is Sanderson Beige Shadow (ΔE 2.7, “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 3 Sanderson paints are all priced at £20.00 per litre, against Farrow & Ball String at £26.40/L.
Farrow & Ball String vs Sanderson
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beige Shadow | No.SAP1009 | 2.7 | near-identical | £20.00 | — |
| Mudstone | No.SAP1095 | 3.4 | very close | £20.00 | — |
| Pale Parchment | No.SAP1111 | 4.1 | very close | £20.00 | — |
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