Metallic Purple vs Celestial Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Celestial Violet is a little lighter, warmer than Metallic Purple.

Can I use Celestial Violet instead of Metallic Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Celestial Violet is a little lighter, warmer than Metallic Purple.

Can I use Metallic Purple instead of Celestial Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Metallic Purple is a little darker, cooler.

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.