Lavender vs Violet Coven

How close are they?

ΔE 7.4, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Violet Coven is more muted, warmer than Lavender.

Can I use Violet Coven instead of Lavender?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Violet Coven is more muted, warmer than Lavender.

Can I use Lavender instead of Violet Coven?

The same difference applies the other way round: Lavender is more saturated, cooler.

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.