Obsidian Pigment Toner vs Paynes Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 11.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Paynes Gray is a little darker than Obsidian Pigment Toner.

Can I use Paynes 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 12). Paynes Gray is a little darker than Obsidian Pigment Toner.

Can I use Obsidian Pigment Toner instead of Paynes Gray?

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

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.