How does Traffic yellow (No.1023) by RAL Classic compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Citron Sunrise (ΔE 2.1, “near-identical”). 8 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 Traffic yellow vs Dulux
9 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 | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Gold | — | 2.7 | near-identical | — | — |
| Buttercup Fool 1 | — | 3.1 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Spring Breeze 1 | — | 3.2 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Easter Morn 1 | — | 3.7 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Banana Dream 2 | — | 3.8 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Lemon Punch | — | 3.8 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Sunny Savannah 3 | — | 3.9 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Sunny Savannah 5 | — | 4.0 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |