Consul Blue vs Andrea Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Andrea Blue is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Consul Blue.

Can I use Andrea Blue instead of Consul Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Andrea Blue is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Consul Blue.

Can I use Consul Blue instead of Andrea Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Consul Blue is a little lighter, 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.