How does English Lilac (No.SAP0049) by Sanderson compare with BS 4800’s closest paints? The nearest match is BS 4800 Pale lilac (ΔE 3.0, “very close”).
Sanderson English Lilac vs BS 4800
1 closest BS 4800 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pale lilac | No.24 C 33 | 3.0 | very close | — | — |