Storm Surge Green vs Beetle Green

How close are they?

ΔE 11.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Beetle Green is a little lighter, more saturated than Storm Surge Green.

Can I use Beetle Green instead of Storm Surge Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Beetle Green is a little lighter, more saturated than Storm Surge Green.

Can I use Storm Surge Green instead of Beetle Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Storm Surge Green is a little darker, more muted.

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.