Oxford Blue vs The Fang

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. The Fang is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Oxford Blue.

Can I use The Fang instead of Oxford Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). The Fang is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Oxford Blue.

Can I use Oxford Blue instead of The Fang?

The same difference applies the other way round: Oxford Blue is a little lighter, more muted, 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.