Sparkle Motion vs Obsidian Black

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Obsidian Black is noticeably lighter than Sparkle Motion.

Can I use Obsidian Black instead of Sparkle Motion?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Obsidian Black is noticeably lighter than Sparkle Motion.

Can I use Sparkle Motion instead of Obsidian Black?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sparkle Motion is noticeably darker.

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.