How does James (No.3) by Little Greene compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Crown Mid Grey (ΔE 3.4, “very close”).
Little Greene James vs Crown
1 closest Crown match 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Grey | — | 3.4 | very close | £10.80 | £1.80 |