How does Dove Blue (No.SAP0041) by Sanderson compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Blue Beard (ΔE 2.6, “near-identical”). 5 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 6 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Sanderson Dove Blue at £19.60/L.
Sanderson Dove Blue vs Johnstone's
6 closest Johnstone's 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Beard | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Sailor Boy | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Coming Storm | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Pageant Song | — | 3.1 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Blue Opal | — | 3.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Northern Exposure | — | 3.3 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |