Scaly Green vs Scurvy Green

How close are they?

ΔE 10.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Scurvy Green is noticeably lighter than Scaly Green.

Can I use Scurvy Green instead of Scaly Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Scurvy Green is noticeably lighter than Scaly Green.

Can I use Scaly Green instead of Scurvy Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Scaly Green is noticeably darker.

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.