Shining Silver vs Pearly Gates

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pearly Gates is a little lighter than Shining Silver.

Can I use Pearly Gates instead of Shining Silver?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Pearly Gates is a little lighter than Shining Silver.

Can I use Shining Silver instead of Pearly Gates?

The same difference applies the other way round: Shining Silver is a little 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.