How does Smoky Blue (No.SAP1132) by Sanderson compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match is Crown Soft Duck Egg (ΔE 2.9, “near-identical”). Prices for these 3 Crown paints range from £8.80 to £11.20 per litre, against Sanderson Smoky Blue at £20.00/L.
Sanderson Smoky Blue 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soft Duck Egg | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £11.20 | £1.87 |
| Stepping Stone® | — | 4.2 | very close | £8.80 | £1.47 |
| Marble Top® | — | 4.7 | very close | £11.20 | £1.87 |