How does Pastel blue (No.5024) by RAL Classic compare with Sanderson’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Sanderson Tropical Palm (ΔE 3.1, “very close”). These 2 Sanderson paints are all priced at £19.60 per litre.
RAL Classic Pastel blue vs Sanderson
2 closest Sanderson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Palm | No.SAP0139 | 3.1 | very close | £19.60 | — |
| Eucalyptus | No.SAP0052 | 5.4 | close | £19.60 | — |