How does Quill Grey (No.SAP0116) by Sanderson compare with Mylands’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Mylands Colosseum (ΔE 0.8, “identical”). 2 more Mylands colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Mylands paints are all priced at £27.20 per litre, against Sanderson Quill Grey at £19.60/L.
Sanderson Quill Grey vs Mylands
3 closest Mylands 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colosseum | No.No.66 | 0.8 | identical | £27.20 | £3.63 |
| Chalk | No.BH.02 | 1.0 | identical | £27.20 | £3.63 |
| Silver Bit | No.No.77 | 1.3 | near-identical | £27.20 | £3.63 |