Coal Black vs Scurvy Green

How close are they?

ΔE 13.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Scurvy Green is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Coal Black.

Can I use Scurvy Green instead of Coal Black?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Scurvy Green is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Coal Black.

Can I use Coal Black instead of Scurvy Green?

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