A-14 Interior Steel Grey vs Administratum Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 12.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Administratum Grey is noticeably lighter than A-14 Interior Steel Grey.

Can I use Administratum Grey instead of A-14 Interior Steel Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Administratum Grey is noticeably lighter than A-14 Interior Steel Grey.

Can I use A-14 Interior Steel Grey instead of Administratum Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: A-14 Interior Steel Grey is noticeably darker.

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.