Imrik Blue vs Smoked Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 24.7, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Smoked Blue is a little darker, much more muted than Imrik Blue.

Can I use Smoked Blue instead of Imrik Blue?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 25). Smoked Blue is a little darker, much more muted than Imrik Blue.

Can I use Imrik Blue instead of Smoked Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Imrik Blue is a little lighter, much 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.