Mahogany vs Dark Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 14.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Purple is a little darker, cooler than Mahogany.

Can I use Dark Purple instead of Mahogany?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Dark Purple is a little darker, cooler than Mahogany.

Can I use Mahogany instead of Dark Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mahogany is a little 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.