How does Red brown (No.8012) by RAL Classic compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Fire Cracker 1 (ΔE 3.7, “very close”). These 6 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre.
RAL Classic Red brown vs Dulux
6 closest Dulux 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Cracker 1 | — | 3.7 | very close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Abacus Bead | — | 6.0 | close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Garnet Symphony 1 | — | 6.2 | close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Red Stallion 1 | — | 6.7 | close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Velvet Cake | — | 6.7 | close | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Volcanic Splash 1 | — | 6.7 | close | £10.20 | £1.57 |