Brainmatter Beige vs Ion Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 15.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ion Blue is a little darker, more saturated than Brainmatter Beige.

Can I use Ion Blue instead of Brainmatter Beige?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Ion Blue is a little darker, more saturated than Brainmatter Beige.

Can I use Brainmatter Beige instead of Ion Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brainmatter Beige is a little lighter, more muted.

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.