Grimdark Shadow vs Aztec Turquoise Wash

Grimdark Shadow

Brand
Army Painter
Range
John Blanche Vol. 1-4
Code
Vol. 1 Wash
Type
a wash/shade
Swatch
#3c3c34 (estimate)

Aztec Turquoise Wash

Brand
Two Thin Coats
Range
Washes
Type
a wash/shade
Swatch
#879a96 (estimate)

How close are they?

ΔE 37.8, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Aztec Turquoise Wash is noticeably lighter than Grimdark Shadow.

Can I use Aztec Turquoise Wash instead of Grimdark Shadow?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 38). Aztec Turquoise Wash is noticeably lighter than Grimdark Shadow.

Can I use Grimdark Shadow instead of Aztec Turquoise Wash?

The same difference applies the other way round: Grimdark Shadow is noticeably darker.

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.

See Grimdark Shadow on the colour wheel See Aztec Turquoise Wash on the colour wheel

Other Two Thin Coats paints close to Grimdark Shadow

Other Army Painter paints close to Aztec Turquoise Wash

All matches: Grimdark Shadow equivalents · Aztec Turquoise Wash equivalents

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