How does Oyster White (No.SAP0109) by Sanderson compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Safari Suit (ΔE 0.8, “identical”). 4 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 5 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Sanderson Oyster White at £19.60/L.
Sanderson Oyster White vs Johnstone's
5 closest Johnstone's 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safari Suit | — | 0.8 | identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Morocco Sand | — | 0.9 | identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Bone White | — | 1.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Garden Sculpture | — | 1.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Almond Paste | — | 1.3 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |