Mars Black vs Ink Black Green

How close are they?

ΔE 10.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ink Black Green is more saturated than Mars Black.

Can I use Ink Black Green instead of Mars Black?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Ink Black Green is more saturated than Mars Black.

Can I use Mars Black instead of Ink Black Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mars Black 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.