Fairy Dust vs Metallic Silver (Chrome)

How close are they?

ΔE 5.4, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Metallic Silver (Chrome) is a little lighter, more muted than Fairy Dust.

Can I use Metallic Silver (Chrome) instead of Fairy Dust?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Metallic Silver (Chrome) is a little lighter, more muted than Fairy Dust.

Can I use Fairy Dust instead of Metallic Silver (Chrome)?

The same difference applies the other way round: Fairy Dust is a little darker, more saturated.

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.