How does Overall (No.BH.10) by Mylands compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Crown Seclusion (ΔE 3.6, “very close”). 1 more Crown colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 2 Crown paints range from £7.20 to £20.40 per litre, against Mylands Overall at £27.20/L.
Mylands Overall vs Crown
2 closest Crown 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seclusion | — | 3.6 | very close | £20.40 | £3.40 |
| Slate Grey | — | 3.7 | very close | £7.20 | £1.20 |