How does English Pear (No.SAP0050) by Sanderson compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Air Of Serenity (ΔE 1.6, “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 English Pear at £19.60/L.
Sanderson English Pear 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Of Serenity | — | 1.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| True To You | — | 2.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| April Showers | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| In The Dale | — | 3.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Dancing Kite | — | 3.6 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Lettuce Alone | — | 3.7 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |