Strong Grey vs Tanker Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tanker Grey is a little lighter, cooler than Strong Grey.

Can I use Tanker Grey instead of Strong Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Tanker Grey is a little lighter, cooler than Strong Grey.

Can I use Strong Grey instead of Tanker Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Strong Grey is a little darker, 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.