Grey Teal vs Pale Blue Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 14.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pale Blue Grey is a little lighter, more muted than Grey Teal.

Can I use Pale Blue Grey instead of Grey Teal?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Pale Blue Grey is a little lighter, more muted than Grey Teal.

Can I use Grey Teal instead of Pale Blue Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Grey Teal 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.