Bleached Strap Grey vs Fade to Black

How close are they?

ΔE 7.5, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Fade to Black is a little lighter than Bleached Strap Grey.

Can I use Fade to Black instead of Bleached Strap Grey?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Fade to Black is a little lighter than Bleached Strap Grey.

Can I use Bleached Strap Grey instead of Fade to Black?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bleached Strap Grey is a little darker.

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.