Imrik Blue vs Witching Hour Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 10.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Witching Hour Blue is more saturated, warmer than Imrik Blue.

Can I use Witching Hour Blue instead of Imrik Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Witching Hour Blue is more saturated, warmer than Imrik Blue.

Can I use Imrik Blue instead of Witching Hour Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Imrik Blue is more muted, cooler.

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.