How does St James (No.No.40) by Mylands compare with Farrow & Ball’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Farrow & Ball School House White (ΔE 1.0, “identical”).
Mylands St James vs Farrow & Ball
1 closest Farrow & Ball match 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School House White | — | 1.0 | identical | £25.60 | £3.94 |