Eshin Grey vs Darkness

How close are they?

ΔE 13.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Darkness is noticeably darker, more saturated than Eshin Grey.

Can I use Darkness instead of Eshin Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Darkness is noticeably darker, more saturated than Eshin Grey.

Can I use Eshin Grey instead of Darkness?

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