Emerald Green vs Splinter Green

How close are they?

ΔE 6.4, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Splinter Green is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Emerald Green.

Can I use Splinter Green instead of Emerald Green?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 6). Splinter Green is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Emerald Green.

Can I use Emerald Green instead of Splinter Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Emerald Green is a little darker, more muted, cooler.

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.