How does Harbour Blue (No.SAP0069) by Sanderson compare with Farrow & Ball’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Farrow & Ball Chinese Blue (ΔE 1.0, “identical”). 2 more Farrow & Ball colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Farrow & Ball paints are all priced at £25.60 per litre, against Sanderson Harbour Blue at £19.60/L.
Sanderson Harbour Blue vs Farrow & Ball
3 closest Farrow & Ball 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Blue | — | 1.0 | identical | £25.60 | £3.94 |
| Yard Blue | — | 1.2 | near-identical | £25.60 | £3.94 |
| Stone Blue | — | 3.0 | very close | £25.60 | £3.94 |