Encarmine Red vs Burnt Red

How close are they?

ΔE 15.9, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Burnt Red is more muted, warmer than Encarmine Red.

Can I use Burnt Red instead of Encarmine Red?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Burnt Red is more muted, warmer than Encarmine Red.

Can I use Encarmine Red instead of Burnt Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Encarmine Red is more saturated, cooler.

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.