Violet Volt vs Imperial Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Imperial Purple is a little darker, cooler than Violet Volt.

Can I use Imperial Purple instead of Violet Volt?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Imperial Purple is a little darker, cooler than Violet Volt.

Can I use Violet Volt instead of Imperial Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Violet Volt 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.