Cobalt Metal vs Metallic Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 10.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Metallic Blue is more saturated than Cobalt Metal.

Can I use Metallic Blue instead of Cobalt Metal?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Metallic Blue is more saturated than Cobalt Metal.

Can I use Cobalt Metal instead of Metallic Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cobalt Metal is 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.