How does French Green (No.No.187) by Mylands compare with Sanderson’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Sanderson English Pear (ΔE 2.0, “near-identical”). 2 more Sanderson colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Sanderson paints are all priced at £19.60 per litre, against Mylands French Green at £27.20/L.
Mylands French Green vs Sanderson
3 closest Sanderson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Pear | No.SAP0050 | 2.0 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |
| Lime Cloud | No.SAP0081 | 2.5 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |
| Green Almond | No.SAP0061 | 2.8 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |