Corvus Black vs Chancellor Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Chancellor Blue is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Corvus Black.

Can I use Chancellor Blue instead of Corvus Black?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Chancellor Blue is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Corvus Black.

Can I use Corvus Black instead of Chancellor Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Corvus Black is noticeably darker, more muted.

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.