Administratum Grey vs Grey Teal

How close are they?

ΔE 13.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Grey Teal is a little darker, much more saturated than Administratum Grey.

Can I use Grey Teal instead of Administratum Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Grey Teal is a little darker, much more saturated than Administratum Grey.

Can I use Administratum Grey instead of Grey Teal?

The same difference applies the other way round: Administratum Grey is a little lighter, much more muted.

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.