How does Greige Light (No.SAP0063) by Sanderson compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Crown Dash Of Nutmeg® (ΔE 0.6, “identical”). 2 more Crown colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 3 Crown paints range from £8.20 to £13.20 per litre, against Sanderson Greige Light at £19.60/L.
Sanderson Greige Light vs Crown
3 closest Crown 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dash Of Nutmeg® | — | 0.6 | identical | £8.20 | £1.37 |
| Clay Like | — | 0.6 | identical | £13.20 | £2.20 |
| Soft Scribbles® | — | 1.0 | near-identical | £13.20 | £2.20 |