Abaddon Black vs Carbon Black

How close are they?

ΔE 9.7, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Carbon Black is a little lighter than Abaddon Black.

Can I use Carbon Black instead of Abaddon Black?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 10). Carbon Black is a little lighter than Abaddon Black.

Can I use Abaddon Black instead of Carbon Black?

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

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.