How does Tabac (No.ZOP0141) by Zoffany compare with Crown’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Crown Leatherbound® (ΔE 2.9, “near-identical”). Prices for these 2 Crown paints range from £7.20 to £13.20 per litre, against Zoffany Tabac at £22.00/L.
Zoffany Tabac vs Crown
2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leatherbound® | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £13.20 | £2.20 |
| Bitter Chocolate | — | 4.4 | very close | £7.20 | £1.20 |