Encarmine Red vs Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 14.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Purple is a little lighter, cooler than Encarmine Red.

Can I use Purple instead of Encarmine Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Purple is a little lighter, cooler than Encarmine Red.

Can I use Encarmine Red instead of Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Encarmine Red is a little darker, 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.