Metallic Red vs Forged Red

How close are they?

ΔE 12.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Forged Red is noticeably darker, more muted than Metallic Red.

Can I use Forged Red instead of Metallic Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Forged Red is noticeably darker, more muted than Metallic Red.

Can I use Metallic Red instead of Forged Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Metallic Red is noticeably lighter, more saturated.

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.