Thamar Black vs Dark Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 13.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Grey is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Thamar Black.

Can I use Dark Grey instead of Thamar Black?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Dark Grey is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Thamar Black.

Can I use Thamar Black instead of Dark Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Thamar Black is noticeably darker, 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.