Cyan vs Temple Guard Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Temple Guard Blue is a little darker, more muted than Cyan.

Can I use Temple Guard Blue instead of Cyan?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Temple Guard Blue is a little darker, more muted than Cyan.

Can I use Cyan instead of Temple Guard Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cyan is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.