Sharpnel Red vs Nocturnal Red

How close are they?

ΔE 10.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Nocturnal Red is a little darker, cooler than Sharpnel Red.

Can I use Nocturnal Red instead of Sharpnel Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Nocturnal Red is a little darker, cooler than Sharpnel Red.

Can I use Sharpnel Red instead of Nocturnal Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sharpnel Red 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.