Regal Blue vs Navy Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 12.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Navy Blue is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Regal Blue.

Can I use Navy Blue instead of Regal Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Navy Blue is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Regal Blue.

Can I use Regal Blue instead of Navy Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Regal Blue is a little lighter, 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.