Spectral Blue vs Patagon Pine

How close are they?

ΔE 12.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Patagon Pine is warmer than Spectral Blue.

Can I use Patagon Pine instead of Spectral Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Patagon Pine is warmer than Spectral Blue.

Can I use Spectral Blue instead of Patagon Pine?

The same difference applies the other way round: Spectral Blue is 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.