How does Magenta (No.FTT-007) by Mylands compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Wild Strawberry (ΔE 2.2, “near-identical”). These 5 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Mylands Magenta at £27.20/L.
Mylands Magenta 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Strawberry | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Tutti Frutti | — | 4.9 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Dessert Tray | — | 5.5 | close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Raspberry Cocktail | — | 5.9 | close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Panama Rose | — | 6.3 | close | £12.36 | £2.06 |