allpaintcolours.co.ukHow does English Lilac (No.SAP1049) by Sanderson compare with Craig & Rose’s closest paints? The nearest match is Craig & Rose Mackintosh Mauve (ΔE 2.5, “near-identical”). These 3 Craig & Rose paints are all priced at £18.00 per litre, against Sanderson English Lilac at £20.00/L.
Sanderson English Lilac vs Craig & Rose
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mackintosh Mauve | — | 2.5 | near-identical | £18.00 | £2.57 |
| Tribune | — | 4.8 | very close | £18.00 | £2.57 |
| Lady Emma | — | 6.0 | close | £18.00 | £2.57 |