Mortarion Grime vs Sepia Wash

How close are they?

ΔE 14.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Sepia Wash is noticeably lighter, warmer than Mortarion Grime.

Can I use Sepia Wash instead of Mortarion Grime?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Sepia Wash is noticeably lighter, warmer than Mortarion Grime.

Can I use Mortarion Grime instead of Sepia Wash?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mortarion Grime is noticeably 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.