Basalt Grey vs IJN Medium Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 7.3, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. IJN Medium Grey is a little lighter, more saturated than Basalt Grey.

Can I use IJN Medium Grey instead of Basalt Grey?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). IJN Medium Grey is a little lighter, more saturated than Basalt Grey.

Can I use Basalt Grey instead of IJN Medium Grey?

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