N3 Neutral Gray vs A-14 Steel Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. A-14 Steel Grey is noticeably lighter than N3 Neutral Gray.

Can I use A-14 Steel Grey instead of N3 Neutral Gray?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). A-14 Steel Grey is noticeably lighter than N3 Neutral Gray.

Can I use N3 Neutral Gray instead of A-14 Steel Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: N3 Neutral Gray is noticeably darker.

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.