Khorne Red vs Burgundy

How close are they?

ΔE 10.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Burgundy is more muted, cooler than Khorne Red.

✓ Herrick Games paint comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Burgundy instead of Khorne Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Burgundy is more muted, cooler than Khorne Red.

Can I use Khorne Red instead of Burgundy?

The same difference applies the other way round: Khorne Red is more saturated, 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.