Omega Blue vs Blue Gorkshroom

How close are they?

ΔE 11.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Blue Gorkshroom is a little darker, warmer than Omega Blue.

Can I use Blue Gorkshroom instead of Omega Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Blue Gorkshroom is a little darker, warmer than Omega Blue.

Can I use Omega Blue instead of Blue Gorkshroom?

The same difference applies the other way round: Omega Blue is a little lighter, 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.