How does Parchment (No.ZOP0094) by Zoffany compare with Dulux’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Dulux Gardenia (ΔE 0.5, “identical”). 3 more Dulux colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 4 Dulux paints are all priced at £10.20 per litre, against Zoffany Parchment at £22.00/L.
Zoffany Parchment vs Dulux
4 closest Dulux 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardenia | — | 0.5 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Vanilla Mist 2 | — | 0.5 | identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Tuscan Treasure 6 | — | 1.0 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |
| Vanilla Skies | — | 1.3 | near-identical | £10.20 | £1.57 |