Aluminium vs Canoptek Alloy

How close are they?

ΔE 14.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Canoptek Alloy is noticeably darker, more saturated than Aluminium.

Can I use Canoptek Alloy instead of Aluminium?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Canoptek Alloy is noticeably darker, more saturated than Aluminium.

Can I use Aluminium instead of Canoptek Alloy?

The same difference applies the other way round: Aluminium is noticeably lighter, more muted.

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.