Dead Star vs Gunmetal (Metal.)

How close are they?

ΔE 11.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Gunmetal (Metal.) is a little lighter, more muted than Dead Star.

Can I use Gunmetal (Metal.) instead of Dead Star?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Gunmetal (Metal.) is a little lighter, more muted than Dead Star.

Can I use Dead Star instead of Gunmetal (Metal.)?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dead Star 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.