IJA #31 Cha Kasshoku (Tea Colour) vs Steel Legion Drab

How close are they?

ΔE 5.7, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Steel Legion Drab is a little darker than IJA #31 Cha Kasshoku (Tea Colour).

Can I use Steel Legion Drab instead of IJA #31 Cha Kasshoku (Tea Colour)?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Steel Legion Drab is a little darker than IJA #31 Cha Kasshoku (Tea Colour).

Can I use IJA #31 Cha Kasshoku (Tea Colour) instead of Steel Legion Drab?

The same difference applies the other way round: IJA #31 Cha Kasshoku (Tea Colour) is a little lighter.

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.