Zima Blue vs Sky Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 14.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sky Blue is a little lighter, more muted than Zima Blue.

Can I use Sky Blue instead of Zima Blue?

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

Can I use Zima Blue instead of Sky Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Zima Blue 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.