Bright Warm Grey vs Cement Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 13.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Cement Grey is noticeably darker, more saturated than Bright Warm Grey.

Can I use Cement Grey instead of Bright Warm Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Cement Grey is noticeably darker, more saturated than Bright Warm Grey.

Can I use Bright Warm Grey instead of Cement Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bright Warm Grey is noticeably lighter, 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.