How does Rain Lake (No.SAP1117) by Sanderson compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match is Crown Mid Grey (ΔE 1.6, “near-identical”). 1 more Crown colour sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 2 Crown paints range from £8.80 to £9.60 per litre, against Sanderson Rain Lake at £20.00/L.
Sanderson Rain Lake vs Crown
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Grey | — | 1.6 | near-identical | £9.60 | £1.60 |
| Blue Gravel® | — | 2.5 | near-identical | £8.80 | £1.47 |