Greenskin vs Phthalo Green (Blue Shade)

How close are they?

ΔE 14.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Phthalo Green (Blue Shade) is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Greenskin.

Can I use Phthalo Green (Blue Shade) instead of Greenskin?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Phthalo Green (Blue Shade) is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Greenskin.

Can I use Greenskin instead of Phthalo Green (Blue Shade)?

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