Splinter Grey vs Krieg Khaki

How close are they?

ΔE 11.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Krieg Khaki is a little lighter, more saturated than Splinter Grey.

Can I use Krieg Khaki instead of Splinter Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Krieg Khaki is a little lighter, more saturated than Splinter Grey.

Can I use Splinter Grey instead of Krieg Khaki?

The same difference applies the other way round: Splinter Grey is a little darker, more muted.

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.