Night Scales vs Decayed Metal

How close are they?

ΔE 18.1, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Decayed Metal is a little lighter, more saturated than Night Scales.

Can I use Decayed Metal instead of Night Scales?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 18). Decayed Metal is a little lighter, more saturated than Night Scales.

Can I use Night Scales instead of Decayed Metal?

The same difference applies the other way round: Night Scales is a little darker, more muted.

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.