Gloss Seablue FS151042 vs Royal Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 11.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Royal Purple is a little lighter, more saturated than Gloss Seablue FS151042.

Can I use Royal Purple instead of Gloss Seablue FS151042?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Royal Purple is a little lighter, more saturated than Gloss Seablue FS151042.

Can I use Gloss Seablue FS151042 instead of Royal Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gloss Seablue FS151042 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.