How does Leadenhall (No.No.118) by Mylands compare with Lick’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Lick Grey 17 (ΔE 2.5, “near-identical”). 1 more Lick colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Lick paints are all priced at £15.60 per litre, against Mylands Leadenhall at £27.20/L.
Mylands Leadenhall vs Lick
2 closest Lick 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grey 17 | No.grey-17 | 2.5 | near-identical | £15.60 | £3.12 |
| Grey 15 | No.grey-15 | 3.2 | very close | £15.60 | £3.12 |