Brigade Grey vs Wolven Grey

How close are they?

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

Can I use Wolven Grey instead of Brigade Grey?

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

Can I use Brigade Grey instead of Wolven Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brigade 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.