How does Nightshade (No.SAP0103) by Sanderson compare with Dulux Heritage’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Heritage Terra Ombra (ΔE 2.7, “near-identical”). 1 more Dulux Heritage colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Dulux Heritage paints are all priced at £10.40 per litre, against Sanderson Nightshade at £19.60/L.
Sanderson Nightshade vs Dulux Heritage
2 closest Dulux Heritage 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terra Ombra | No.LRV 33 | 2.7 | near-identical | £10.40 | £1.30 |
| Dusted Heather | No.LRV 35 | 3.4 | very close | £10.40 | £1.30 |