Opulentus Black vs Ink Black

How close are they?

ΔE 14.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ink Black is noticeably darker, more muted than Opulentus Black.

Can I use Ink Black instead of Opulentus Black?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Ink Black is noticeably darker, more muted than Opulentus Black.

Can I use Opulentus Black instead of Ink Black?

The same difference applies the other way round: Opulentus Black is noticeably lighter, more saturated.

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.