Gemstone Red vs Scarab Red

How close are they?

ΔE 13.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Scarab Red is noticeably lighter than Gemstone Red.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Scarab Red instead of Gemstone Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Scarab Red is noticeably lighter than Gemstone Red.

Can I use Gemstone Red instead of Scarab Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gemstone Red is noticeably darker.

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.