Runefang Steel vs Shine Silver

How close are they?

ΔE 10.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Shine Silver is noticeably lighter than Runefang Steel.

Can I use Shine Silver instead of Runefang Steel?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Shine Silver is noticeably lighter than Runefang Steel.

Can I use Runefang Steel instead of Shine Silver?

The same difference applies the other way round: Runefang Steel is noticeably 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.