How does Rape yellow (No.1021) by RAL Classic compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Citron Sunrise (ΔE 3.1, “very close”). These 6 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre.
RAL Classic Rape 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 | — | 3.1 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Yellow | — | 4.1 | very close | — | — |
| Lemon Punch | — | 5.0 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Sulphur Sunrise | — | 5.3 | close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Spring Breeze 1 | — | 5.4 | close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Sicilian Lime | — | 5.5 | close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Spring Breeze 2 | — | 5.7 | close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Gold | — | 6.6 | close | — | — |