Perylene Violet vs Cavalry Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 5.8, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Cavalry Brown is a little lighter, more saturated than Perylene Violet.

Can I use Cavalry Brown instead of Perylene Violet?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Cavalry Brown is a little lighter, more saturated than Perylene Violet.

Can I use Perylene Violet instead of Cavalry Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Perylene Violet 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.