How does Brilliant blue (No.5007) by RAL Classic compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Blue Odyssey (ΔE 2.5, “near-identical”). Prices for these 5 Johnstone's paints range from £6.14 to £12.36 per litre.
RAL Classic Brilliant blue vs Johnstone's
5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Odyssey | — | 2.5 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Vintage Denim | — | 4.0 | very close | £6.14 | £1.02 |
| Teeny Bikini | — | 4.1 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Rainbow Bright | — | 4.8 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Blue Calico | — | 4.9 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |