Payne’s Grey Wash vs Black Wash

How close are they?

ΔE 20.6, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Black Wash is noticeably lighter, more muted than Payne’s Grey Wash.

Can I use Black Wash instead of Payne’s Grey Wash?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 21). Black Wash is noticeably lighter, more muted than Payne’s Grey Wash.

Can I use Payne’s Grey Wash instead of Black Wash?

The same difference applies the other way round: Payne’s Grey Wash is noticeably darker, 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.