How does Wedgwood Blue (No.ZOP0154) by Zoffany compare with Johnstone's’s closest paints? The nearest match by perceptual distance is Johnstone's Lilac Time (ΔE 2.7, “near-identical”). 4 more Johnstone's colours sit within ΔE 4 — close enough that the difference is hard to spot once paint’s on the wall. These 5 Johnstone's paints are all priced at £12.36 per litre, against Zoffany Wedgwood Blue at £22.00/L.
Zoffany Wedgwood Blue vs Johnstone's
5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lilac Time | — | 2.7 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Inevitable | — | 2.9 | near-identical | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Innuendo | — | 3.2 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Fresh Violet | — | 3.6 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |
| Cobalt Dust | — | 3.7 | very close | £12.36 | £2.06 |