How does Golden yellow (No.1004) by RAL Classic compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Molten Gold (ΔE 2.1, “near-identical”). 2 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 5 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre.
RAL Classic Golden yellow vs Johnstone's
5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molten Gold | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Grass Daisy | — | 2.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Va Va Voom | — | 3.5 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Indian Maize | — | 4.4 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Glorious Gold | — | 4.8 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |