Ruby Alchemy vs Ruby Red

How close are they?

ΔE 10.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ruby Red is a little darker than Ruby Alchemy.

Can I use Ruby Red instead of Ruby Alchemy?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Ruby Red is a little darker than Ruby Alchemy.

Can I use Ruby Alchemy instead of Ruby Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ruby Alchemy is a little lighter.

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.