Plate Mail Metal vs Hammered Copper

How close are they?

ΔE 11.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Hammered Copper is a little lighter, more saturated than Plate Mail Metal.

Can I use Hammered Copper instead of Plate Mail Metal?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Hammered Copper is a little lighter, more saturated than Plate Mail Metal.

Can I use Plate Mail Metal instead of Hammered Copper?

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.