Kantor Blue vs Racing Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 14.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Racing Blue is noticeably lighter, more saturated, cooler than Kantor Blue.

Can I use Racing Blue instead of Kantor Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Racing Blue is noticeably lighter, more saturated, cooler than Kantor Blue.

Can I use Kantor Blue instead of Racing Blue?

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