Grey Teal vs Light Blue RLM78

How close are they?

ΔE 7.8, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Light Blue RLM78 is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Grey Teal.

Can I use Light Blue RLM78 instead of Grey Teal?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Light Blue RLM78 is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Grey Teal.

Can I use Grey Teal instead of Light Blue RLM78?

The same difference applies the other way round: Grey Teal is a little darker, more saturated, warmer.

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.