Blood Angels Red vs Crimson

How close are they?

ΔE 13.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Crimson is a little darker, more muted than Blood Angels Red.

Can I use Crimson instead of Blood Angels Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Crimson is a little darker, more muted than Blood Angels Red.

Can I use Blood Angels Red instead of Crimson?

The same difference applies the other way round: Blood Angels Red is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.