Holographic Paint vs Obsidian Black

How close are they?

ΔE 5.1, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Obsidian Black is a little darker than Holographic Paint.

Can I use Obsidian Black instead of Holographic Paint?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Obsidian Black is a little darker than Holographic Paint.

Can I use Holographic Paint instead of Obsidian Black?

The same difference applies the other way round: Holographic Paint is a little lighter.

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.