Dead Purple vs Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 11.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Violet is noticeably darker, cooler than Dead Purple.

Can I use Violet instead of Dead Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Violet is noticeably darker, cooler than Dead Purple.

Can I use Dead Purple instead of Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dead Purple is noticeably lighter, warmer.

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.