Lucky 38 vs Sotek Green

How close are they?

ΔE 13.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sotek Green is more saturated, warmer than Lucky 38.

Can I use Sotek Green instead of Lucky 38?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Sotek Green is more saturated, warmer than Lucky 38.

Can I use Lucky 38 instead of Sotek Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Lucky 38 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.