Cobalt Teal vs Light Blue Green

How close are they?

ΔE 14.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Light Blue Green is noticeably darker, more muted than Cobalt Teal.

Can I use Light Blue Green instead of Cobalt Teal?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Light Blue Green is noticeably darker, more muted than Cobalt Teal.

Can I use Cobalt Teal instead of Light Blue Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cobalt Teal is noticeably 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.