Eshin Grey vs Ocean Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 11.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ocean Gray is a little lighter, more saturated than Eshin Grey.

Can I use Ocean Gray instead of Eshin Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Ocean Gray is a little lighter, more saturated than Eshin Grey.

Can I use Eshin Grey instead of Ocean Gray?

The same difference applies the other way round: Eshin Grey is a little darker, 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.