Bluish Grey vs Shadow Thorn

How close are they?

ΔE 12.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Shadow Thorn is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Bluish Grey.

Can I use Shadow Thorn instead of Bluish Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Shadow Thorn is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Bluish Grey.

Can I use Bluish Grey instead of Shadow Thorn?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bluish Grey is a little lighter, more muted, 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.