How does Deep orange (No.2011) by RAL Classic compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match is Dulux Active Orange (ΔE 3.4, “very close”). 2 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 7 Dulux paints are all priced at £14.40 per litre.
RAL Classic Deep orange vs Dulux
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active Orange | — | 3.4 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Spicy Sandalwood 3 | — | 3.4 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Spicy Sandalwood 4 | — | 3.5 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Moroccan Sands 1 | — | 4.2 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Orange Fizz | — | 4.3 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Tangerine Twist | — | 4.4 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Harvest Fruits 1 | — | 4.4 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
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