Uniform Grey vs Faded Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 14.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Faded Purple is more saturated, warmer than Uniform Grey.

Can I use Faded Purple instead of Uniform Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Faded Purple is more saturated, warmer than Uniform Grey.

Can I use Uniform Grey instead of Faded Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Uniform Grey is more muted, cooler.

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.