Splinter Grey vs Mid Imperial Khaki

How close are they?

ΔE 11.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Mid Imperial Khaki is more saturated, cooler than Splinter Grey.

Can I use Mid Imperial Khaki instead of Splinter Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Mid Imperial Khaki is more saturated, cooler than Splinter Grey.

Can I use Splinter Grey instead of Mid Imperial Khaki?

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