Sparkling Blue vs Ultramarine Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ultramarine Blue is noticeably lighter than Sparkling Blue.

Can I use Ultramarine Blue instead of Sparkling Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Ultramarine Blue is noticeably lighter than Sparkling Blue.

Can I use Sparkling Blue instead of Ultramarine Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sparkling Blue is noticeably darker.

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.