How does Carys (No.3) by Little Greene compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Spring Breeze 3 (ΔE 2.7, “near-identical”). 4 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 5 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre, against Little Greene Carys at £28.00/L.
Little Greene Carys vs Dulux
5 closest Dulux 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Breeze 3 | — | 2.7 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Easter Morn 3 | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Sulphur Sunrise | — | 3.1 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Lemon Chiffon 3 | — | 3.2 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Lemon Pie | — | 3.2 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |