How does High Sea (No.SAP0070) by Sanderson compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Crown Curiosity® (ΔE 0.6, “identical”). 1 more Crown colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 2 Crown paints range from £10.80 to £13.20 per litre, against Sanderson High Sea at £19.60/L.
Sanderson High Sea vs Crown
2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curiosity® | — | 0.6 | identical | £13.20 | £2.20 |
| Simply Duck Egg | — | 0.6 | identical | £10.80 | £1.80 |