allpaintcolours.co.ukHow does Balmory Blue (No.SAP1005) by Sanderson compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match is Johnstone's Squadron (ΔE 2.6, “near-identical”). 3 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 4 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £13.37 per litre, against Sanderson Balmory Blue at £20.00/L.
Sanderson Balmory Blue vs Johnstone's
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Squadron | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £13.37 | £2.23 |
| Field Puddle | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £13.37 | £2.23 |
| Dresden Dream | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £13.37 | £2.23 |
| Always Blue | — | 3.1 | very close | £13.37 | £2.23 |