How does Saffron yellow (No.1017) by RAL Classic compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Citron Sunrise (ΔE 1.2, “near-identical”). 7 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 8 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre.
RAL Classic Saffron yellow vs Dulux
8 closest Dulux 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citron Sunrise | — | 1.2 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Lemon Punch | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Spring Breeze 1 | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Spring Breeze 2 | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Sunny Savannah 5 | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Buttercup Fool 1 | — | 3.0 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Sunny Savannah 4 | — | 3.2 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Banana Dream 2 | — | 3.2 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |