Bastion Grey vs M495 Light Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 12.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. M495 Light Gray is noticeably lighter, more muted than Bastion Grey.

Can I use M495 Light Gray instead of Bastion Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). M495 Light Gray is noticeably lighter, more muted than Bastion Grey.

Can I use Bastion Grey instead of M495 Light Gray?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bastion Grey is noticeably darker, 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.