How does John’s Pantry (No.BH.24) by Mylands compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Caramel Muffin (ΔE 2.4, “near-identical”). 3 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 5 Johnstone's paints range from £6.14 to £12.36 per litre, against Mylands John’s Pantry at £27.20/L.
Mylands John’s Pantry vs Johnstone's
5 closest Johnstone's 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caramel Muffin | — | 2.4 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Allspice | — | 3.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Ochre Dreams | — | 3.2 | very close | £6.14 | £1.02 |
| Italian Saffron | — | 3.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Bleached Maple | — | 4.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |