Celestra Grey vs Snow Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Snow Shadow is noticeably darker, more saturated, warmer than Celestra Grey.

Can I use Snow Shadow instead of Celestra Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Snow Shadow is noticeably darker, more saturated, warmer than Celestra Grey.

Can I use Celestra Grey instead of Snow Shadow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Celestra Grey is noticeably lighter, 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.