Skink Blue vs Spirit Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 11.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Spirit Blue is a little lighter, warmer than Skink Blue.

Can I use Spirit Blue instead of Skink Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Spirit Blue is a little lighter, warmer than Skink Blue.

Can I use Skink Blue instead of Spirit Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Skink Blue is a little darker, cooler.

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.