Kraken Lavender vs Decadent Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 7.4, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Decadent Purple is a little darker, cooler than Kraken Lavender.

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

Can I use Decadent Purple instead of Kraken Lavender?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Decadent Purple is a little darker, cooler than Kraken Lavender.

Can I use Kraken Lavender instead of Decadent Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Kraken Lavender is a little lighter, 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.