Abaddon Black vs Black Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 10.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Black Brown is a little lighter, more saturated than Abaddon Black.

Can I use Black Brown instead of Abaddon Black?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Black Brown is a little lighter, more saturated than Abaddon Black.

Can I use Abaddon Black instead of Black Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Abaddon Black is a little darker, more muted.

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.