Mud Spatter vs Dark Shadow

How close are they?

ΔE 6.8, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Dark Shadow is a little darker, more muted than Mud Spatter.

Can I use Dark Shadow instead of Mud Spatter?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Dark Shadow is a little darker, more muted than Mud Spatter.

Can I use Mud Spatter instead of Dark Shadow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mud Spatter is a little lighter, 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.