Sotek Green vs Adriatic Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Adriatic Blue is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Sotek Green.

Can I use Adriatic Blue instead of Sotek Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Adriatic Blue is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Sotek Green.

Can I use Sotek Green instead of Adriatic Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sotek Green is a little darker, more muted, 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.