Mortarion Green Clear vs Phthalo Green (Yellow Shade)

How close are they?

ΔE 11.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Phthalo Green (Yellow Shade) is a little darker, cooler than Mortarion Green Clear.

Can I use Phthalo Green (Yellow Shade) instead of Mortarion Green Clear?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Phthalo Green (Yellow Shade) is a little darker, cooler than Mortarion Green Clear.

Can I use Mortarion Green Clear instead of Phthalo Green (Yellow Shade)?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mortarion Green Clear 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.