Emperor's Children vs Hot Pink

How close are they?

ΔE 3.8, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Hot Pink is a little lighter than Emperor's Children.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Hot Pink instead of Emperor's Children?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 4). Hot Pink is a little lighter than Emperor's Children.

Can I use Emperor's Children instead of Hot Pink?

The same difference applies the other way round: Emperor's Children is a little darker.

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.