Kabalite Green vs Jade Green

How close are they?

ΔE 13.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Jade Green is a little darker, much more muted, cooler than Kabalite Green.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Jade Green instead of Kabalite Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Jade Green is a little darker, much more muted, cooler than Kabalite Green.

Can I use Kabalite Green instead of Jade Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Kabalite Green is a little lighter, much 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.