Shark White vs Kobold Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 14.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Kobold Grey is a little darker, more saturated than Shark White.

Can I use Kobold Grey instead of Shark White?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Kobold Grey is a little darker, more saturated than Shark White.

Can I use Shark White instead of Kobold Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Shark White is a little lighter, 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.