Petroleum Gray vs German Uniform

How close are they?

ΔE 10.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. German Uniform is a little lighter, more saturated than Petroleum Gray.

Can I use German Uniform instead of Petroleum Gray?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). German Uniform is a little lighter, more saturated than Petroleum Gray.

Can I use Petroleum Gray instead of German Uniform?

The same difference applies the other way round: Petroleum Gray is a little darker, 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.