Ahriman Blue vs Payne’s Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 19.6, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Payne’s Grey is noticeably darker, much more muted, warmer than Ahriman Blue.

Can I use Payne’s Grey instead of Ahriman Blue?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 20). Payne’s Grey is noticeably darker, much more muted, warmer than Ahriman Blue.

Can I use Ahriman Blue instead of Payne’s Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ahriman Blue is noticeably lighter, much more saturated, cooler.

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.