Witchbane Plum vs Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 11.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Magenta is a little lighter, warmer than Witchbane Plum.

Can I use Magenta instead of Witchbane Plum?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Magenta is a little lighter, warmer than Witchbane Plum.

Can I use Witchbane Plum instead of Magenta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Witchbane Plum is a little darker, 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.