Shadow Grey vs Eshin Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 13.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Eshin Grey is a little lighter, much more muted than Shadow Grey.

Can I use Eshin Grey instead of Shadow Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Eshin Grey is a little lighter, much more muted than Shadow Grey.

Can I use Shadow Grey instead of Eshin Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Shadow Grey is a little darker, much more saturated.

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.