Astral Beryllium vs Metallic Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 13.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Metallic Blue is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Astral Beryllium.

Can I use Metallic Blue instead of Astral Beryllium?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Metallic Blue is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Astral Beryllium.

Can I use Astral Beryllium instead of Metallic Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Astral Beryllium is a little darker, 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.