Grey vs Light Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 2.2, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Our swatches for the two are almost the same.

✓ AMMO ATOM user guide chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Light Gray instead of Grey?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 2). The swatches are almost the same.

Can I use Grey instead of Light Gray?

The same difference applies the other way round.

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.