How does Raw Umber (No.FTT-015) by Mylands compare with Sanderson’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Sanderson Graphite (ΔE 3.3, “very close”). 1 more Sanderson colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Sanderson paints are all priced at £19.60 per litre, against Mylands Raw Umber at £27.20/L.
Mylands Raw Umber vs Sanderson
2 closest Sanderson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graphite | No.SAP0060 | 3.3 | very close | £19.60 | — |
| Amsterdam Green | No.SAP0003 | 3.6 | very close | £19.60 | — |