Beret Maroon vs Violet Oxide

How close are they?

ΔE 7.4, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Violet Oxide is more muted than Beret Maroon.

Can I use Violet Oxide instead of Beret Maroon?

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

Can I use Beret Maroon instead of Violet Oxide?

The same difference applies the other way round: Beret Maroon is 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.