Decadent Purple vs Glacier Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 13.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Glacier Blue is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Decadent Purple.

Can I use Glacier Blue instead of Decadent Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Glacier Blue is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Decadent Purple.

Can I use Decadent Purple instead of Glacier Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Decadent Purple is noticeably darker, more saturated, 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.