Dark Imperial Khaki vs Rodent Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 10.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Rodent Grey is more muted, warmer than Dark Imperial Khaki.

Can I use Rodent Grey instead of Dark Imperial Khaki?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Rodent Grey is more muted, warmer than Dark Imperial Khaki.

Can I use Dark Imperial Khaki instead of Rodent Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Imperial Khaki is more saturated, cooler.

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.