Amethyst vs Kakophoni Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Kakophoni Purple is a little darker, more muted than Amethyst.

Can I use Kakophoni Purple instead of Amethyst?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Kakophoni Purple is a little darker, more muted than Amethyst.

Can I use Amethyst instead of Kakophoni Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Amethyst is a little lighter, more saturated.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.