Incubi Darkness vs Dark Emerald

How close are they?

ΔE 13.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Emerald is a little lighter, warmer than Incubi Darkness.

Can I use Dark Emerald instead of Incubi Darkness?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Dark Emerald is a little lighter, warmer than Incubi Darkness.

Can I use Incubi Darkness instead of Dark Emerald?

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