How does Mid Chrome (No.FTT-008) by Mylands compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Fall Gold (ΔE 2.2, “near-identical”). 2 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 5 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Mylands Mid Chrome at £27.20/L.
Mylands Mid Chrome 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Gold | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Mango Margarita | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Honey And Lemon | — | 3.7 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Rise-n-shine | — | 4.1 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Yellow Coneflower | — | 4.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |