Heavy Titanium White vs Verdigris

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Verdigris is a little darker, more saturated than Heavy Titanium White.

Can I use Verdigris instead of Heavy Titanium White?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Verdigris is a little darker, more saturated than Heavy Titanium White.

Can I use Heavy Titanium White instead of Verdigris?

The same difference applies the other way round: Heavy Titanium White is a little lighter, 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.