Blue Gorkshroom vs Imperial Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 8.2, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Imperial Blue is a little lighter, more muted than Blue Gorkshroom.

Can I use Imperial Blue instead of Blue Gorkshroom?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Imperial Blue is a little lighter, more muted than Blue Gorkshroom.

Can I use Blue Gorkshroom instead of Imperial Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Blue Gorkshroom is a little darker, more saturated.

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.