Melancholic Grey vs Kraken Lavender

How close are they?

ΔE 10.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Kraken Lavender is more saturated than Melancholic Grey.

Can I use Kraken Lavender instead of Melancholic Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Kraken Lavender is more saturated than Melancholic Grey.

Can I use Melancholic Grey instead of Kraken Lavender?

The same difference applies the other way round: Melancholic Grey is 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.