How does Traffic grey B (No.7043) by RAL Classic compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Black Widow (ΔE 1.4, “near-identical”). 5 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 6 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre.
RAL Classic Traffic grey B vs Johnstone's
6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Widow | — | 1.4 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Mostly Metal | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Knight's Armor | — | 1.9 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Summer Shadow | — | 2.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Zombie | — | 2.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Glazed Granite | — | 2.5 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |