Amphora Red vs Purple Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Purple Shadow is noticeably lighter, cooler than Amphora Red.

Can I use Purple Shadow instead of Amphora Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Purple Shadow is noticeably lighter, cooler than Amphora Red.

Can I use Amphora Red instead of Purple Shadow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Amphora Red is noticeably darker, 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.