Fog Grey vs Weathered Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Weathered Blue is noticeably darker, cooler than Fog Grey.

Can I use Weathered Blue instead of Fog Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Weathered Blue is noticeably darker, cooler than Fog Grey.

Can I use Fog Grey instead of Weathered Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Fog Grey is noticeably lighter, warmer.

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.