Magi Purple Wash vs Violet Wash

How close are they?

ΔE 28.8, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Violet Wash is a little lighter, much more saturated, cooler than Magi Purple Wash.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Violet Wash instead of Magi Purple Wash?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 29). Violet Wash is a little lighter, much more saturated, cooler than Magi Purple Wash.

Can I use Magi Purple Wash instead of Violet Wash?

The same difference applies the other way round: Magi Purple Wash is a little darker, much more muted, 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.