How does Basalt grey (No.7012) by RAL Classic compare with Farrow & Ball’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Farrow & Ball Chine Green (ΔE 2.1, “near-identical”). 3 more Farrow & Ball colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 4 Farrow & Ball paints are all priced at £25.60 per litre.
RAL Classic Basalt grey vs Farrow & Ball
4 closest Farrow & Ball 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chine Green | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £25.60 | £3.94 |
| Grove Green | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £25.60 | £3.94 |
| Monkey Puzzle | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £25.60 | £3.94 |
| Studio Green | — | 3.4 | very close | £25.60 | £3.94 |