How does Flint Grey (No.ZOP0042) by Zoffany compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Crown Sophistication® (ΔE 1.3, “near-identical”). 2 more Crown colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 2 Crown paints are all priced at £8.20 per litre, against Zoffany Flint Grey at £22.00/L.
Zoffany Flint Grey vs Crown
3 closest Crown 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sophistication® | — | 1.3 | near-identical | — | — |
| Salt Spray® | — | 1.5 | near-identical | £8.20 | £1.37 |
| Pacific Oyster® | — | 1.7 | near-identical | £8.20 | £1.37 |