How does Desert Gold (No.SAP0039) by Sanderson compare with Lick’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Lick Yellow 01 (ΔE 2.1, “near-identical”).
Sanderson Desert Gold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow 01 | No.yellow-01 | 2.1 | near-identical | £15.60 | £3.12 |