Mechanicus Standard Grey vs Royal Cloak

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Our swatches for the two are almost the same.

Can I use Royal Cloak instead of Mechanicus Standard Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). The swatches are almost the same.

Can I use Mechanicus Standard Grey instead of Royal Cloak?

The same difference applies the other way round.

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.