Temple Guard Blue vs Dark Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 11.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Gray is a little darker, more muted than Temple Guard Blue.

Can I use Dark Gray instead of Temple Guard Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Dark Gray is a little darker, more muted than Temple Guard Blue.

Can I use Temple Guard Blue instead of Dark Gray?

The same difference applies the other way round: Temple Guard Blue is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.