Dirty Grey vs Medium Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 5.3, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Medium Grey is more saturated, cooler than Dirty Grey.

Can I use Medium Grey instead of Dirty Grey?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Medium Grey is more saturated, cooler than Dirty Grey.

Can I use Dirty Grey instead of Medium Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dirty Grey is 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.