Alpha Blue vs Leviathan Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 10.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Leviathan Blue is more saturated, cooler than Alpha Blue.

Can I use Leviathan Blue instead of Alpha Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Leviathan Blue is more saturated, cooler than Alpha Blue.

Can I use Alpha Blue instead of Leviathan Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Alpha Blue is more muted, warmer.

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.