Basilisk Red vs Gal Vorbak Red

How close are they?

ΔE 8.2, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Gal Vorbak Red is a little darker than Basilisk Red.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Gal Vorbak Red instead of Basilisk Red?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Gal Vorbak Red is a little darker than Basilisk Red.

Can I use Basilisk Red instead of Gal Vorbak Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Basilisk Red is a little lighter.

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.