How does Double La Seine (No.ZOP0025) by Zoffany compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Clockwork Toy (ΔE 2.1, “near-identical”). 8 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. Prices for these 9 Johnstone's paints range from £6.14 to £12.36 per litre, against Zoffany Double La Seine at £22.00/L.
Zoffany Double La Seine vs Johnstone's
9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clockwork Toy | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Manhattan Grey | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £6.14 | £1.02 |
| New Steel | — | 2.1 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Tramore Rock | — | 2.2 | near-identical | £6.14 | £1.02 |
| Smoke Screen | — | 2.4 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Pigeon Feather | — | 2.5 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Nautical Star | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Village Steeple | — | 2.6 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Fresh Granite | — | 2.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |