Incubi Darkness vs Paynes Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 13.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Paynes Gray is a little darker, more muted than Incubi Darkness.

Can I use Paynes Gray instead of Incubi Darkness?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Paynes Gray is a little darker, more muted than Incubi Darkness.

Can I use Incubi Darkness instead of Paynes Gray?

The same difference applies the other way round: Incubi Darkness is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.