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Johnstone's

Somber

Hex #C1AB82LRV ≈ 42Lightness 71/100
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The same colour in other brands

The closest equivalent from each major brand, ranked by perceptual colour distance (ΔE) — under 2 is near-identical.

Cat's PawFarrow & BallΔE 2.5
Hemp ClothDuluxΔE 3.5
Roman PlasterLittle GreeneΔE 5.6
Slice of BriocheValsparΔE 7.1

Lighter & darker

Real paints in this colour family, stepped from light to dark.

Elysian GroundLittle Greene
Light Bronze GreenLittle Greene
Olive WoodJohnstone's
Leather LoafersJohnstone's
Iced CappuccinoJohnstone's
Camel CaravanJohnstone's
SomberJohnstone's
Templa WhiteFarrow & Ball
Pharaohs Gold 5Dulux

Pairs well with

Sympathetic neutrals for trim and ceilings, plus one contrast accent.

Earthen Cream 4Dulux
Winter CaressJohnstone's
Moroccan MoonlightJohnstone's
Blue DartJohnstone's

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