Administratum Grey vs N7 Neutral Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 13.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. N7 Neutral Gray is noticeably lighter than Administratum Grey.

Can I use N7 Neutral Gray instead of Administratum Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). N7 Neutral Gray is noticeably lighter than Administratum Grey.

Can I use Administratum Grey instead of N7 Neutral Gray?

The same difference applies the other way round: Administratum Grey is noticeably 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.