How does Córdoba (No.3) by Little Greene compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Carob Chip (ΔE 1.6, “near-identical”). 4 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 6 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Little Greene Córdoba at £28.00/L.
Little Greene Córdoba vs Johnstone's
6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carob Chip | — | 1.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Enchanting Eggplant | — | 3.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Black Walnut | — | 3.5 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Mustang | — | 3.9 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Racy Raisin | — | 4.0 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Black Lily | — | 4.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |