How does Chocolate brown (No.8017) by RAL Classic compare with Lick’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Lick Purple 03 (ΔE 3.5, “very close”).
RAL Classic Chocolate brown vs Lick
1 closest Lick match 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purple 03 | No.purple-03 | 3.5 | very close | £15.60 | £3.12 |