Plate Mail Metal vs Pink Nacre

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pink Nacre is a little lighter, more saturated than Plate Mail Metal.

Can I use Pink Nacre instead of Plate Mail Metal?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Pink Nacre is a little lighter, more saturated than Plate Mail Metal.

Can I use Plate Mail Metal instead of Pink Nacre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Plate Mail Metal 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.