Surf Aqua vs Sky Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sky Blue is a little lighter, cooler than Surf Aqua.

Can I use Sky Blue instead of Surf Aqua?

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, cooler than Surf Aqua.

Can I use Surf Aqua instead of Sky Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Surf Aqua is a little darker, 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.