How does Empire Grey (No.No.171) by Mylands compare with Edward Bulmer’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Edward Bulmer Unfinished (ΔE 2.5, “near-identical”). 1 more Edward Bulmer colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Edward Bulmer paints are all priced at £26.40 per litre, against Mylands Empire Grey at £27.20/L.
Mylands Empire Grey vs Edward Bulmer
2 closest Edward Bulmer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unfinished | — | 2.5 | near-identical | £26.40 | £4.40 |
| Mouse Grey | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £26.40 | £4.40 |