How does Boathouse (No.No.33) by Mylands compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Alaskan Blue (ΔE 2.1, “near-identical”). 2 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Mylands Boathouse at £27.20/L.
Mylands Boathouse vs Johnstone's
3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaskan Blue | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Walden Pond | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Blue Promise | — | 3.5 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |