Cork vs Desert Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 5.4, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Desert Brown is a little lighter, cooler than Cork.

Can I use Desert Brown instead of Cork?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Desert Brown is a little lighter, cooler than Cork.

Can I use Cork instead of Desert Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cork is a little darker, warmer.

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.