Sword Hilt Burgundy vs Hull Red

How close are they?

ΔE 12.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Hull Red is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Sword Hilt Burgundy.

Can I use Hull Red instead of Sword Hilt Burgundy?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Hull Red is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Sword Hilt Burgundy.

Can I use Sword Hilt Burgundy instead of Hull Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sword Hilt Burgundy is a little lighter, 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.