How does Pale Bronze (No.FTT-003) by Mylands compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Tropical Tan (ΔE 1.1, “near-identical”). 7 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 8 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Mylands Pale Bronze at £46.40/L.
Mylands Pale Bronze vs Johnstone's
8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Tan | — | 1.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Tudor Beige | — | 1.8 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Honey Haven | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Fire Dust | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Butterscotch Frost | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Broomstick | — | 3.5 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Proud Stag | — | 3.7 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Hitching Post | — | 3.7 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |