Shieldwall Blue vs Ocean Light

How close are they?

ΔE 11.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ocean Light is a little lighter, more muted than Shieldwall Blue.

Can I use Ocean Light instead of Shieldwall Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Ocean Light is a little lighter, more muted than Shieldwall Blue.

Can I use Shieldwall Blue instead of Ocean Light?

The same difference applies the other way round: Shieldwall Blue is a little darker, more saturated.

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.