Calth Blue Clear vs Mediterranean Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 13.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Mediterranean Blue is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Calth Blue Clear.

Can I use Mediterranean Blue instead of Calth Blue Clear?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Mediterranean Blue is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Calth Blue Clear.

Can I use Calth Blue Clear instead of Mediterranean Blue?

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

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.