Obsidian Pigment Toner vs German Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 5.7, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. German Gray is a little lighter, cooler than Obsidian Pigment Toner.

Can I use German Gray instead of Obsidian Pigment Toner?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). German Gray is a little lighter, cooler than Obsidian Pigment Toner.

Can I use Obsidian Pigment Toner instead of German Gray?

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

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.