How does Empire Grey (No.No.171) by Mylands compare with Sanderson’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Sanderson Briarwood (ΔE 1.0, “near-identical”).
Mylands Empire Grey vs Sanderson
1 closest Sanderson match 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briarwood | No.SAP0017 | 1.0 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |