Table 2 Classification of the total colour variations depending on the values of ∆E.

From: A first evaluation of the usefulness of Kudzu starch in cultural heritage restoration

Category 1

E*ab ≤ 4

Category 2

4 < E*ab ≤ 8

Category 3

8 < E*ab ≤ 16

Category 4

16 < E*ab ≤ 24

Category 5

E*ab ≥ 24