Ash Grey vs Brown Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Brown Gray is noticeably darker, more saturated than Ash Grey.

Can I use Brown Gray instead of Ash Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Brown Gray is noticeably darker, more saturated than Ash Grey.

Can I use Ash Grey instead of Brown Gray?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ash Grey is noticeably lighter, 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.