Gargoyle Grey vs Whitecap Beige

How close are they?

ΔE 13.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Whitecap Beige is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer than Gargoyle Grey.

Can I use Whitecap Beige instead of Gargoyle Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Whitecap Beige is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer than Gargoyle Grey.

Can I use Gargoyle Grey instead of Whitecap Beige?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gargoyle Grey is noticeably darker, more muted, 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.