Evil Chrome vs Semi Gloss Bright Gun Metal

How close are they?

ΔE 10.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Semi Gloss Bright Gun Metal is a little lighter, more saturated than Evil Chrome.

Can I use Semi Gloss Bright Gun Metal instead of Evil Chrome?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Semi Gloss Bright Gun Metal is a little lighter, more saturated than Evil Chrome.

Can I use Evil Chrome instead of Semi Gloss Bright Gun Metal?

The same difference applies the other way round: Evil Chrome is a little darker, 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.