Dead Flush vs Neutral Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 12.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Neutral Grey is a little lighter, more muted than Dead Flush.

Can I use Neutral Grey instead of Dead Flush?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Neutral Grey is a little lighter, more muted than Dead Flush.

Can I use Dead Flush instead of Neutral Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dead Flush is a little 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.