Deck Tan vs Silver Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 4.7, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Silver Grey is a little lighter, warmer than Deck Tan.

Can I use Silver Grey instead of Deck Tan?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Silver Grey is a little lighter, warmer than Deck Tan.

Can I use Deck Tan instead of Silver Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Deck Tan is a little darker, 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.