Abyssal Blue vs Light Turquoise

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Light Turquoise is a little lighter, more saturated than Abyssal Blue.

Can I use Light Turquoise instead of Abyssal Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Light Turquoise is a little lighter, more saturated than Abyssal Blue.

Can I use Abyssal Blue instead of Light Turquoise?

The same difference applies the other way round: Abyssal Blue 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.