Green vs Niblet Green

How close are they?

ΔE 11.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Niblet Green is a little lighter, warmer than Green.

Can I use Niblet Green instead of Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Niblet Green is a little lighter, warmer than Green.

Can I use Green instead of Niblet Green?

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