Sky Blue vs Toxic Mist

How close are they?

ΔE 11.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Toxic Mist is a little darker, more saturated than Sky Blue.

Can I use Toxic Mist instead of Sky Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Toxic Mist is a little darker, more saturated than Sky Blue.

Can I use Sky Blue instead of Toxic Mist?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sky Blue is a little 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.