Obsidian Pigment Toner vs N3 Neutral Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 10.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. N3 Neutral Gray is a little lighter, more muted than Obsidian Pigment Toner.

Can I use N3 Neutral Gray instead of Obsidian Pigment Toner?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). N3 Neutral Gray is a little lighter, more muted than Obsidian Pigment Toner.

Can I use Obsidian Pigment Toner instead of N3 Neutral Gray?

The same difference applies the other way round: Obsidian Pigment Toner is a little darker, 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.