Surf Aqua vs Blue Green

How close are they?

ΔE 14.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Blue Green is noticeably darker, cooler than Surf Aqua.

Can I use Blue Green instead of Surf Aqua?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Blue Green is noticeably darker, cooler than Surf Aqua.

Can I use Surf Aqua instead of Blue Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Surf Aqua is noticeably lighter, warmer.

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.