Faded Green vs Desert Olive Green

How close are they?

ΔE 10.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Desert Olive Green is a little lighter, warmer than Faded Green.

Can I use Desert Olive Green instead of Faded Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Desert Olive Green is a little lighter, warmer than Faded Green.

Can I use Faded Green instead of Desert Olive Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Faded Green 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.