Cerulean Blue Deep vs Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 14.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Blue is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Cerulean Blue Deep.

Can I use Blue instead of Cerulean Blue Deep?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Blue is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Cerulean Blue Deep.

Can I use Cerulean Blue Deep instead of Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cerulean Blue Deep is a little lighter, more saturated, 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.