allpaintcolours.co.ukHow does Inkwood (No.SAP1076) by Sanderson compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match is Dulux Sicilian Summer 3 (ΔE 1.8, “near-identical”). 5 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 6 Dulux paints range from £10.80 to £14.40 per litre, against Sanderson Inkwood at £20.00/L.
Sanderson Inkwood vs Dulux
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Summer 3 | — | 1.8 | near-identical | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Thai Magic 3 | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Copper Blush | — | 2.8 | near-identical | £10.80 | £1.66 |
| Jungle Ginger 3 | — | 3.6 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Sunset Kiss | — | 3.6 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |
| Volcanic Splash 6 | — | 4.0 | very close | £14.40 | £2.22 |