Vicious Purple vs Red Wash

How close are they?

ΔE 52.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Red Wash is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Vicious Purple.

Can I use Red Wash instead of Vicious Purple?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 52). Red Wash is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Vicious Purple.

Can I use Vicious Purple instead of Red Wash?

The same difference applies the other way round: Vicious Purple is a little darker, 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.