Glittering Green vs Carapace Green

How close are they?

ΔE 10.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Carapace Green is noticeably lighter than Glittering Green.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Carapace Green instead of Glittering Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Carapace Green is noticeably lighter than Glittering Green.

Can I use Glittering Green instead of Carapace Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Glittering Green is noticeably darker.

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.