Black Templar vs Mahogany

How close are they?

ΔE 14.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Mahogany is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Black Templar.

Can I use Mahogany instead of Black Templar?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Mahogany is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Black Templar.

Can I use Black Templar instead of Mahogany?

The same difference applies the other way round: Black Templar is noticeably 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.