How does Rothschild Street (No.No.296) by Mylands compare with BS 4800’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance 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 | — | — |