Black Ink vs Ink Sepia

How close are they?

ΔE 10.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ink Sepia is a little lighter, more saturated than Black Ink.

Can I use Ink Sepia instead of Black Ink?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Ink Sepia is a little lighter, more saturated than Black Ink.

Can I use Black Ink instead of Ink Sepia?

The same difference applies the other way round: Black Ink is a little darker, 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.