Russet Shadow vs Tree Ancient

How close are they?

ΔE 5.8, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Tree Ancient is more muted, warmer than Russet Shadow.

Can I use Tree Ancient instead of Russet Shadow?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Tree Ancient is more muted, warmer than Russet Shadow.

Can I use Russet Shadow instead of Tree Ancient?

The same difference applies the other way round: Russet Shadow is more saturated, 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.