How does Butter (No.BH.21) by Mylands compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Cornish Cream (ΔE 1.0, “identical”). 5 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 6 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre, against Mylands Butter at £27.20/L.
Mylands Butter vs Dulux
6 closest Dulux 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornish Cream | — | 1.0 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Spring Breeze 6 | — | 1.0 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Lemon Chiffon 5 | — | 1.1 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Soft Vanilla | — | 1.1 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Golden Fern 5 | — | 1.3 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Banana Dream 6 | — | 1.6 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |