Nocturne Green vs Payne’s Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 12.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Payne’s Grey is a little darker, warmer than Nocturne Green.

Can I use Payne’s Grey instead of Nocturne Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Payne’s Grey is a little darker, warmer than Nocturne Green.

Can I use Nocturne Green instead of Payne’s Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Nocturne Green is a little lighter, 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.