Dot44 Brown Base vs Steel Legion Drab

How close are they?

ΔE 5.4, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Steel Legion Drab is a little lighter, warmer than Dot44 Brown Base.

Can I use Steel Legion Drab instead of Dot44 Brown Base?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). Steel Legion Drab is a little lighter, warmer than Dot44 Brown Base.

Can I use Dot44 Brown Base instead of Steel Legion Drab?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dot44 Brown Base is a little darker, cooler.

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.