How does Linen (No.ZOP0076) by Zoffany compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Elegant Ivory (ΔE 0.5, “identical”). 2 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 3 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Zoffany Linen at £22.00/L.
Zoffany Linen vs Johnstone's
3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elegant Ivory | — | 0.5 | identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Romance Novel | — | 0.5 | identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Mixing Bowl | — | 0.9 | identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |