Dread Red vs Burnt Red

How close are they?

ΔE 6.0, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Burnt Red is a little darker, cooler than Dread Red.

Can I use Burnt Red instead of Dread Red?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Burnt Red is a little darker, cooler than Dread Red.

Can I use Dread Red instead of Burnt Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dread 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.