How does Maugham White (No.No.2) by Mylands compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Pure Brilliant White (ΔE 0.2, “identical”). 6 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 7 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre, against Mylands Maugham White at £27.20/L.
Mylands Maugham White vs Dulux
7 closest Dulux 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Brilliant White | — | 0.2 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Chiffon White 3 | — | 0.5 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Clock Face | — | 0.5 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| White | — | 0.6 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Bleached Lichen 4 | — | 0.8 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Night Jewels 6 | — | 0.9 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| White Mist | — | 0.9 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |