How does Menai Blue (No.SAP0087) by Sanderson compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Crown Silver Blue (ΔE 2.6, “near-identical”). Prices for these 2 Crown paints range from £7.20 to £10.80 per litre, against Sanderson Menai Blue at £19.60/L.
Sanderson Menai Blue 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Blue | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £7.20 | £1.20 |
| Mid Grey | — | 4.3 | very close | £10.80 | £1.80 |