How does Early Lavender (No.No.260) by Mylands compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Smoky Orchid (ΔE 2.1, “near-identical”). 3 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 4 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Mylands Early Lavender at £27.20/L.
Mylands Early Lavender vs Johnstone's
4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smoky Orchid | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Little Lilac | — | 2.4 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Santolina Blooms | — | 2.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Violet Vapor | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |