How does Pearl beige (No.1035) by RAL Classic compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Curlew (ΔE 1.7, “near-identical”). 8 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 9 Johnstone's paints range from £6.14 to £12.36 per litre.
RAL Classic Pearl beige vs Johnstone's
9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curlew | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Mocha | — | 1.9 | near-identical | £6.14 | £1.02 |
| Fairground | — | 2.4 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Salted Pretzel | — | 3.1 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Introspective | — | 3.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Sleeping Giant | — | 3.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Chocolate Ripple | — | 3.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Fig Branches | — | 3.6 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Poppy Pods | — | 3.7 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |