Primaris Red vs Inferno Red

How close are they?

ΔE 12.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Inferno Red is a little lighter, more saturated than Primaris Red.

Can I use Inferno Red instead of Primaris Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Inferno Red is a little lighter, more saturated than Primaris Red.

Can I use Primaris Red instead of Inferno Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Primaris Red is a little darker, more muted.

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.