Plate Mail Metal vs Tinstar

How close are they?

ΔE 10.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tinstar is noticeably lighter than Plate Mail Metal.

Can I use Tinstar 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). Tinstar is noticeably lighter than Plate Mail Metal.

Can I use Plate Mail Metal instead of Tinstar?

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