How does Blackout (No.No.41) by Mylands compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match is Crown Anthracite (ΔE 2.0, “near-identical”). Prices for these 3 Crown paints range from £12.40 to £14.00 per litre, against Mylands Blackout at £27.20/L.
Mylands Blackout vs Crown
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthracite | — | 2.0 | near-identical | £12.40 | £2.07 |
| Leatherbound® | — | 4.6 | very close | £14.00 | £2.33 |
| Work of Art® | — | 5.6 | close | £14.00 | £2.33 |