How does Rothschild Street (No.No.296) by Mylands compare with BS 4800’s closest paints? The nearest match is BS 4800 Purple (ΔE 3.7, “very close”).
Mylands Rothschild Street vs BS 4800
2 closest BS 4800 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purple | No.04 E 58 | 3.7 | very close | — | — |
| Deep plum | No.02 C 40 | 5.1 | close | — | — |