Turquoise vs Skink Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 16.9, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Skink Blue is a little lighter, cooler than Turquoise.

Can I use Skink Blue instead of Turquoise?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 17). Skink Blue is a little lighter, cooler than Turquoise.

Can I use Turquoise instead of Skink Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Turquoise is a little darker, 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.