Abyssal Blue vs Coal Black

How close are they?

ΔE 12.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Coal Black is more muted, warmer than Abyssal Blue.

Can I use Coal Black instead of Abyssal Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Coal Black is more muted, warmer than Abyssal Blue.

Can I use Abyssal Blue instead of Coal Black?

The same difference applies the other way round: Abyssal Blue is more saturated, 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.