Celestra Grey vs Medium Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 4.4, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Medium Gray is a little darker, cooler than Celestra Grey.

Can I use Medium Gray instead of Celestra Grey?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 4). Medium Gray is a little darker, cooler than Celestra Grey.

Can I use Celestra Grey instead of Medium Gray?

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