Mechanicus Standard Grey vs Dark Gray (Dunkel Grau)

How close are they?

ΔE 4.8, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Dark Gray (Dunkel Grau) is more saturated than Mechanicus Standard Grey.

Can I use Dark Gray (Dunkel Grau) instead of Mechanicus Standard Grey?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Dark Gray (Dunkel Grau) is more saturated than Mechanicus Standard Grey.

Can I use Mechanicus Standard Grey instead of Dark Gray (Dunkel Grau)?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mechanicus Standard Grey is 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.