How does Elgin (No.No.20) by Mylands compare with Craig & Rose’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Craig & Rose Viewforth (ΔE 0.6, “identical”). 2 more Craig & Rose colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Craig & Rose paints are all priced at £18.00 per litre, against Mylands Elgin at £27.20/L.
Mylands Elgin vs Craig & Rose
3 closest Craig & Rose 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viewforth | — | 0.6 | identical | £18.00 | £2.57 |
| Pantry White | — | 0.9 | identical | £18.00 | £2.57 |
| Dutch White | — | 0.9 | identical | £18.00 | £2.57 |