How does Islington (No.No.23) by Mylands compare with Sanderson’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Sanderson Mercury Light (ΔE 1.6, “near-identical”). 1 more Sanderson colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Sanderson paints are all priced at £19.60 per litre, against Mylands Islington at £27.20/L.
Mylands Islington vs Sanderson
2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury Light | No.SAP0088 | 1.6 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |
| Grey Mist | No.SAP0066 | 1.6 | near-identical | £19.60 | — |