Payne’s Grey vs Sea Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sea Grey is noticeably lighter, more muted than Payne’s Grey.

Can I use Sea Grey instead of Payne’s Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Sea Grey is noticeably lighter, more muted than Payne’s Grey.

Can I use Payne’s Grey instead of Sea Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Payne’s Grey is noticeably 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.