How does Shallows (No.3) by Little Greene compare with Coat’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Coat Fresh Start (ΔE 0.8, “identical”). 1 more Coat colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Coat paints are all priced at £22.40 per litre, against Little Greene Shallows at £28.00/L.
Little Greene Shallows vs Coat
2 closest Coat 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Start | — | 0.8 | identical | £22.40 | £4.48 |
| Low Salt | — | 0.8 | identical | £22.40 | £4.48 |