Longbeard Grey vs Bright Neutral Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 6.4, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Bright Neutral Grey is a little lighter than Longbeard Grey.

Can I use Bright Neutral Grey instead of Longbeard Grey?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 6). Bright Neutral Grey is a little lighter than Longbeard Grey.

Can I use Longbeard Grey instead of Bright Neutral Grey?

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

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.