Underhive Ash vs Pale Olive

How close are they?

ΔE 11.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pale Olive is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Underhive Ash.

Can I use Pale Olive instead of Underhive Ash?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Pale Olive is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Underhive Ash.

Can I use Underhive Ash instead of Pale Olive?

The same difference applies the other way round: Underhive Ash is a little lighter, 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.