Racing Blue vs Blue Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 14.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Blue Violet is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Racing Blue.

Can I use Blue Violet instead of Racing Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Blue Violet is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Racing Blue.

Can I use Racing Blue instead of Blue Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Racing Blue is a little darker, more saturated, 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.