Ionic Blue vs Manganese Blue Hue

How close are they?

ΔE 11.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Manganese Blue Hue is noticeably lighter, cooler than Ionic Blue.

Can I use Manganese Blue Hue instead of Ionic Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Manganese Blue Hue is noticeably lighter, cooler than Ionic Blue.

Can I use Ionic Blue instead of Manganese Blue Hue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ionic Blue is noticeably 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.