Hoeth Blue vs Seafarer Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 10.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Seafarer Blue is a little lighter, cooler than Hoeth Blue.

Can I use Seafarer Blue instead of Hoeth Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Seafarer Blue is a little lighter, cooler than Hoeth Blue.

Can I use Hoeth Blue instead of Seafarer Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hoeth Blue is a little darker, 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.