How does Desert Gold (No.SAP1039) by Sanderson compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match is Dulux Forest Lake 5 (ΔE 2.1, “near-identical”). 2 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Dulux paints are all priced at £14.40 per litre, against Sanderson Desert Gold at £20.00/L.
Sanderson Desert Gold vs Dulux
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Lake 5 | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Lime Zest 5 | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Easter Morn 5 | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £14.40 | £2.22 |