How does Sheepskin (No.ZOP0126) by Zoffany compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Brandied Pears (ΔE 0.6, “identical”). 3 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 4 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Zoffany Sheepskin at £22.00/L.
Zoffany Sheepskin vs Johnstone's
4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandied Pears | — | 0.6 | identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Onion Powder | — | 0.8 | identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Elegant Ivory | — | 1.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Glazed Pears | — | 1.0 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |