RAF Dark Earth vs New Wood

How close are they?

ΔE 4.8, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. New Wood is more saturated, warmer than RAF Dark Earth.

Can I use New Wood instead of RAF Dark Earth?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 5). New Wood is more saturated, warmer than RAF Dark Earth.

Can I use RAF Dark Earth instead of New Wood?

The same difference applies the other way round: RAF Dark Earth is more muted, 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.