Lothern Blue vs Brilliant Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 14.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Brilliant Blue is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Lothern Blue.

Can I use Brilliant Blue instead of Lothern Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Brilliant Blue is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Lothern Blue.

Can I use Lothern Blue instead of Brilliant Blue?

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