Navy Blue vs Russ Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 5.5, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Russ Grey is more muted, cooler than Navy Blue.

Can I use Russ Grey instead of Navy Blue?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Russ Grey is more muted, cooler than Navy Blue.

Can I use Navy Blue instead of Russ Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Navy Blue is more saturated, 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.