Eshin Grey vs Blackroot Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 10.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Blackroot Grey is noticeably darker than Eshin Grey.

Can I use Blackroot Grey instead of Eshin Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Blackroot Grey is noticeably darker than Eshin Grey.

Can I use Eshin Grey instead of Blackroot Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Eshin Grey is noticeably lighter.

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.