Iron Warriors vs Dwarven Iron

How close are they?

ΔE 10.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dwarven Iron is a little lighter than Iron Warriors.

✓ Two Thin Coats comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Dwarven Iron instead of Iron Warriors?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Dwarven Iron is a little lighter than Iron Warriors.

Can I use Iron Warriors instead of Dwarven Iron?

The same difference applies the other way round: Iron Warriors is a little darker.

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.